Location and Transport
Formerly Beirut International Airport, Rafic Hariri Airport is the only operational commercial airport in Lebanon. It is located 6 miles (9 kilometres) from central Beirut, in the southern suburbs, and is served by official airport taxis. These can be recognised by the airport logo on the car door. Prices should be around LBP 35, with the ride into town taking around 20 minutes.
Nearby Hotels and Airport Facilities
The nearest hotels to Rafic Hariri Airport are in the centre of Beirut, which is roughly 3 miles (5 kilometres) away. Most of these hotels offer a shuttle service. There’s plenty to keep you occupied before takeoff, from duty-free shopping to Akle restaurant in Arrivals, as well as a Japanese seafood bar in Departures called SALT. Other useful services include luggage-wrapping, banks, ATMs and VIP lounges.
Terminal Information
Rafic Hariri International Airport has just one terminal, used for both domestic and international flights.
