Middle East Airlines
Lebanon's national flag carrier, founded in 1945 and a SkyTeam member, flying from its sole hub in Beirut to Europe, the Gulf, the Levant and Africa.
About Middle East Airlines
Middle East Airlines (MEA, Air Liban) is the flag carrier of Lebanon, first flown in 1945, with an all-Airbus fleet and a single hub at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. It is a member of the SkyTeam alliance and flies to Europe, the Gulf, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq and other destinations, and in June 2026 it restarted Beirut to Berlin flights after a gap of more than 16 years. Tickets can be booked on the website, mea.com.lb, and through travel agents, and web check-in is offered.
Key Features
- National Flag Carrier: The main airline of Lebanon, with Beirut as its only hub.
- SkyTeam Member: Connections and miles through the SkyTeam alliance partners.
- Wide Regional Network: Flights to Europe, the Gulf states, the Levant, Egypt and Iraq.
- Online Booking: Search, book and manage tickets on mea.com.lb, with web check-in.
How to Get Started
- Open mea.com.lb and look at the current schedule for your route.
- Choose a flight and read the fare rules and the baggage allowance.
- Enter your passport details exactly as in your passport, and pay for the ticket.
- Check in online or at the airport, arriving early, with your passport and any visa you need.
Regional conflict has forced repeated route suspensions, and the network has recovered only gradually, so confirm your flight shortly before you travel and check the airport's live flight information. Many governments advise caution or advise against travel to parts of Lebanon, so check your government's travel advice and your insurance before booking. Entry rules and visas are separate from the ticket.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Middle East Airlines work with a foreign bank card in Lebanon? Yes — Middle East Airlines accepts foreign-issued cards in Lebanon.
Is Middle East Airlines available in English? Yes, Middle East Airlines has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Middle East Airlines? No, an international phone number generally works for Middle East Airlines.
Do I need local ID or residency for Middle East Airlines? No, Middle East Airlines doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.