BEY (Beirut) window seat guide

At Beirut International in Beirut: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Beirut coastline and Corniche, Mediterranean Sea, Beirut city skyline, distant coastline toward Jounieh.

When taking off from Beirut International (BEY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing runway 35, you climb out heading north with the Mediterranean coastline running along the jet's left side. Passengers get a clear view of Beirut's waterfront, the Corniche, and the curve of the coast extending north toward Jounieh before the plane turns further out to sea. Notable sights include: Beirut coastline and Corniche, Mediterranean Sea, Beirut city skyline, distant coastline toward Jounieh.

When landing at Beirut International (BEY), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the typical runway 17 approach, the aircraft tracks south along the coastline before landing, putting the city of Beirut and the Mount Lebanon range on the left side of the plane. The right side mostly faces open Mediterranean water, so the left offers the more interesting mix of coastline, urban skyline, and mountainous backdrop. Notable sights include: Beirut coastline and marina, Beirut city skyline, Mount Lebanon foothills, Mediterranean shoreline curve near the airport.

The best window seat at Beirut International (BEY) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Beirut (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.