Check current flight, airport, entry, border and travel warning information that could affect a trip to Lebanon.
Lebanon Status
DISRUPTION
Beirut Airport remains open and international flights are operating, but Lebanon continues to face serious security disruption connected to the regional conflict. Airstrikes, fighting, severe travel warnings and the possibility of sudden aviation or border disruption can significantly affect travel.
Current Travel Conditions
What Travellers Should Know
Beirut Airport is open
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport remains operational. Commercial arrivals and departures are taking place, including services involving Istanbul, Doha, Amman, Addis Ababa, Cairo, Athens and other international destinations.
Flights remain vulnerable to disruption
An open airport does not mean aviation has completely returned to normal. Airlines have suspended and restored Beirut services at different times as the regional security situation has changed.
Air France resumes today
Air France is scheduled to resume direct Paris-Beirut flights on 26 September after a prolonged suspension connected to regional security disruption.
Southern Lebanon
Southern Lebanon remains particularly affected by the conflict. Travellers should pay close attention to official warnings covering areas close to the Israeli border.
Airstrikes
Airstrikes and military activity have continued despite diplomatic efforts and ceasefire arrangements. Security conditions can change rapidly and affect roads, communities and transport.
Israel border
Ordinary tourist travel across the Lebanon-Israel border is not possible. Areas close to the border are subject to severe security warnings and conflict-related restrictions.
Syria border
Lebanon has several land crossings with Syria. Travellers considering these routes should check the specific crossing immediately before departure because operating conditions and security can change quickly.
Beirut
Beirut continues to function, but parts of the city and its southern suburbs have previously been affected by strikes. Travellers should follow current local security instructions.
Visa requirements
Lebanese visa requirements depend on nationality. Some travellers can obtain visas on arrival, while others need prior authorization.
Israeli travel history
Travellers with evidence of previous travel to Israel can face entry problems in Lebanon. Check current Lebanese immigration rules before travelling.
Road travel
Road closures, checkpoints, demonstrations or military activity can make journeys unpredictable. Travellers should avoid conflict areas and allow additional time.
Latest Travel Changes
Beirut Airport operating today
Live airport information on 26 September shows commercial arrivals and departures continuing through Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Air France returning
Air France is resuming its direct Paris-Beirut service on 26 September after suspending the route for several months because of regional security disruption.
Other international airlines operating
Current Beirut Airport information shows services involving airlines including Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Ethiopian Airlines, Pegasus and EgyptAir.
Security situation remains serious
The continued operation of Beirut Airport should not be interpreted as a return to normal security conditions. Fighting and airstrikes continue to affect parts of Lebanon.
Severe travel warnings remain
Foreign governments continue to maintain strong warnings covering Lebanon, particularly southern Lebanon and other areas affected by the conflict.
Before You Travel
Check the latest official travel advisory for your nationality before considering travel to Lebanon.
Confirm your flight directly with the operating airline shortly before travelling because schedules can change quickly in response to security developments.
Do not assume that Beirut Airport being open means every airline or route is operating normally.
Avoid areas covered by official warnings, particularly conflict-affected parts of southern Lebanon and areas close to the Israeli border.
If travelling overland between Lebanon and Syria, confirm that your intended crossing is open and check security conditions on both sides of the border.
Keep travel plans flexible and be prepared for sudden road closures, airline cancellations or other conflict-related disruption.
Travel Status is designed to highlight significant changes that could affect a trip. It is not a replacement for official immigration, airline or government advice.