Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5. The city is seven hours behind Beirut, where Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your BEY to Minneapolis flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from BEY to Minneapolis, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
BEY is around 8 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Minneapolis? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near BEY:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, 76.7% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Minneapolis
₹ 89,470 is currently the best price for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Minneapolis flight. Return flight tickets start from ₹ 137,418. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from BEY to Minneapolis, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Minneapolis is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across each month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Minneapolis, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MSP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar to explore Minneapolis and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from BEY to Minneapolis.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
Travel to Minneapolis in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Minneapolis in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Book your Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Minneapolis flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BEY to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -1ºC.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Minneapolis right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Minneapolis:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are major attractions which should be on any good Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.