Madrid to Beirut Flights

Flying out of Madrid

Finding the right flights from Madrid can be as simple as doing a search at Orbitz.com. The search engine at the Orbtiz.com site combs through current flight schedules to show comparative costs, as well as departure and arrival times, layovers and other issues that make certain flight options more attractive than others. The Madrid-Barajas Airport, located at Avenida de la Hispanidad, 28042 Madrid, is 12 miles from the city center. It's the main hub for Iberia and does business with major airlines, including EasyJet, Delta, Air France, British Airways, Aegean Airlines, Air Europa and others.

Parking at the Madrid-Barajas Airport

Orbitz.com can help travelers find convenient, affordable places on and off site for vacation parking. The airport in Madrid has express parking meant for dropping off and picking up travelers. For the first 30 minutes, the parking is free. Short- and long-term parking lots can be found at each terminal and cost from €9.60 for two hours up to €60 per day for Terminal 2 short-term parking. Long-term parking is available for €18.30 per day. The economy lot requires a shuttle ride back and forth to the terminals but costs only €10.80 per day or €62.80 per week.

Transportation to and From the Airport

For travelers who wish to avoid parking, Orbitz.com can help find special offers on ground transportation to and from Madrid-Barajas Airport. It takes approximately 30 minutes to get there from downtown by car. A credentialed taxi service will charge anywhere from €25 to €30 for the ride, but oftentimes there are taxi drivers inside the terminals offering cheaper rides who do not have the same credentials as those who have signed a contract with the airport. Passengers can also opt for a €2 train ride or take the bus for a similar fee.

Restaurants Near Madrid-Barajas Airport

There's no need to leave the airport to find an excellent selection of restaurants, counter service diners or bars. Orbitz.com can offer travelers deals on food and air packages, though they might not be dining in-house. The convenience of dining at the airport while waiting for flights from Madrid may be worth the cost, but passengers should expect the cost to be relatively more expensive than similar restaurants found in the city center.

Beirut International Airport

If you need to book cheap flights to Beirut, look no farther than Orbitz.com. Orbitz.com offers low fares to international destinations. Beirut International Airport serves the Beirut area and is located about six miles from the city center. The airport is the main port of entry into Lebanon and handles more than five million passengers each year. Some of the airlines that service the airport include Aegean Airlines, Air Arabia, Alitalia, Bahrain Air, British Airways, Cyprus Airways, Lufthansa, and Kuwait Airways.

Transportation from Beirut International Airport

Car rentals and taxis are the safest and most convenient transportation options when traveling from the airport. Certified taxis are parked next to the arrivals terminal and have a clear logo on the side of the car. These taxis are regulated by airport authorities and charge standard rates. Other taxis are available, but you may have to bargain for fare.

Weather in Beirut

Beirut has a Mediterranean climate. The average temperatures in the summer are in the low 80s. The average temperatures for spring settle in the high 60s. Winter is a bit cooler with temperatures in the mid 50s, while fall temperatures are in the low 70s.

Attractions in Beirut

Beirut has a lot to offer travelers in terms of attractions. The Baalbeck International Festival runs in June and July and is the oldest yearly cultural event in the Middle East. History buffs can visit the Temples of Baalbek as well as the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint George. Make sure to use Orbitz.com to book cheap flights to Beirut.