Lebanese national carrier and SkyTeam member Middle East Airlines offers an attractive sale for economy seats to Dubai. With a layover in Beirut, tickets including board service and a checked bag up to 23 kg start as low as €383! Possible departure airports include Athens, Brussels, Geneva, Rome & London. While there are other airlines, such as SWISS, that offer flights to Dubai at similar prices, MEA is one of the few airlines to include luggage at this price.
Flights with Ukraine Intl, Italotreno, and Star Alliance’s Turkish Airlines, can currently also be found at similar (or even cheaper) prices.
All flights from and to Beirut are Airbus A320-200 service. These planes feature at standard 3-3 seating pattern with on-demand entertainment available at every seat.
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The fare rules for these flights barely mention any restrictions. Google Flights will show you when this rate is available. Then enter the dates with the lowest fares in our flight search to score the cheapest prices. You will find reasonable availability in March, as well as during autumn of 2020.
Miles
The tickets are all issued in booking class T, which should roughly get you (for a Brussels-Dubai roundtrip):
- 6,562 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 6,562 Miles on Korean Air Skypass
- 3,282 Miles on Aeromexico Club Premier
- 3,282 Miles on Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- 3,282 Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 3,282 Award Miles + 40 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 3,282 Miles on Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- 3,282 RDM + 656 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
- 3,282 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 3,282 Miles on ITA Volare
- 1,642 Award Miles + 20 XP on Flying Blue
- 1,642 Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
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Information & Tips for United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates is known for modern landmarks like the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, and desert landscapes accessible from both cities. The currency is the UAE dirham (AED), and credit cards are widely accepted. Prices can vary—luxury experiences are expensive, but there are also mid-range and budget-friendly options, especially for food and transport. The weather is extremely hot from May to September, while the cooler months from November to March are more comfortable for travel.
The UAE has a modern transport infrastructure, especially in cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Dubai’s metro is efficient and covers major areas, while buses and taxis are widely available in most cities. Ride-hailing apps are common and reliable. Between cities, intercity buses are affordable and frequent, and highways are in good condition, making driving an option. However, public transport can be limited outside major urban areas, so getting around without a car may require more planning.
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Information & Tips for Dubai
Dubai is known for its modern architecture, luxury shopping, and major attractions like the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and desert tours. The currency is the United Arab Emirates dirham (AED), and card payments are widely accepted. Prices can be high, especially for accommodation and attractions, though budget options exist. The weather is hot for most of the year, with extreme heat from June to September, while the cooler months from November to March are more suitable for travel.
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