Travelling from Beirut Airport (BEY) to Vienna Airport (VIE): what you need to know
Vienna's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Vienna one hour behind Beirut.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BEY to VIE flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beirut Airport to Vienna Airport. These are the top stopovers between BEY and VIE:
Istanbul Airport
Athens International Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Handy information about Beirut Airport (BEY)
85% of flights leaving Beirut Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of BEY.
Beirut Airport is around 10 kilometers from central Beirut. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BEY? If you've booked an early flight from Beirut Airport to Vienna Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Vienna Airport (VIE)
Reserve a hotel close to VIE if you're on a late Beirut Airport to Vienna Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Vienna Airport rental car and discover Vienna and beyond with your own set of wheels. U-Save, Wheego and Dryyve are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Vienna Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Vienna Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna Airport to central Vienna has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Vienna Airport (VIE)
The quietest month for a flight from Beirut Airport to Vienna Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Vienna based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Vienna is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Beirut Airport to Vienna Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BEY to VIE in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Austria
You've done Vienna, now it's time to discover more of Austria. Journey about 145 kilometers south-west to Graz to tick off its popular sights. From Cathedral to Hauptplatz and Schloss Eggenberg, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Austria, consider Linz, about 153 kilometers west of Vienna. Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz) are among its highlights.