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How to get from Beirut to Jerusalem
There is no open border, no direct flight and no road crossing between Lebanon and Israel, so Beirut to Jerusalem always means going through a third country. The usual route is a flight from Beirut to Amman and then a land crossing over the King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge, a long day or more; flying via Cyprus, Turkey or Europe to Tel Aviv is the alternative.
Best option: Flight. Flying to Amman and crossing the Allenby Bridge, or flying to Tel Aviv via a third country, are the only legal ways to make this journey.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| flight Fly Beirut–Amman, then taxi from Amman to the King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge crossing and on to Jerusalem | about 1 h flight plus 4–8 h for the transfer and border, depending on queues | flights several times a day; the bridge has limited and changing opening hours | about US$150–350 for the flight, plus about US$50–100 in taxis and border fees | Check bridge opening hours and whether it is open to your nationality on the day; it closes on some holidays and at short notice. |
| flight Fly from Beirut to a third country (for example Cyprus, Turkey or Europe) and on to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion, then train or taxi to Jerusalem | most of a day including connections | depends on connections; no direct flights | about US$300–700 | Flights to Israel have been cut back or suspended at times; check current schedules and travel advisories. |
| car Taxi or private car from Amman to the Allenby Bridge after flying in | about 1 h from Amman to the bridge | on demand | about JOD 25–40 to the bridge | You cannot drive across the bridge in a private or rental car; you change to the border shuttle bus and a taxi or shared van on the other side. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Read your government's current travel advice for Lebanon, Jordan and Israel before planning; the security situation changes quickly.
- Lebanon may refuse entry to travellers with evidence of a visit to Israel; Israel issues a separate entry slip rather than a passport stamp, but Jordanian stamps from the bridge can still show the route.
- Do the trip in this direction (Lebanon first, Israel after) if you are visiting both.
- Carry cash in Jordanian dinars for the bridge taxis and fees.
Common questions
Can you cross directly from Lebanon to Israel?
No. The two countries have no diplomatic relations and the border is closed to all travellers. There are no buses, flights or road crossings between them. You must travel through a third country, most often Jordan via the King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge, or fly via another country to Tel Aviv.
How long does Beirut to Jerusalem take?
Allow a full day at least. The Beirut–Amman flight is about an hour, but airport time, the drive to the bridge and the border formalities on both sides can take 4–8 hours. Bridge opening hours are limited and can change at short notice, so check them the day before.
Will an Israeli visit stop me entering Lebanon?
It can. Lebanon may refuse entry to anyone with evidence of travel to Israel, including Israeli-issued documents or Jordanian exit and entry stamps from the land crossings. If you plan to visit both countries, visit Lebanon first and check the latest rules with official sources before you travel.
Is it safe to make this journey?
Conditions in the region change quickly. Check your government's current travel advice for Lebanon, Jordan and Israel before booking, confirm that flights and the Allenby Bridge are operating on your dates, and keep plans flexible. Travel insurance may not cover areas under official advisories, so read the policy carefully.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.