Aleppo to Aley flights
Aley lies 302 km (188 mi) south-west of Aleppo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 8 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Aleppo | Aley | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Lebanon |
| Population | 2.1 million | 130,000 |
| Elevation | 401 m (1,316 ft) | 878 m (2,881 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Asia/Beirut) |
| Nearest large airport | ALP, 6 km out | BEY, 11 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Aley
Crossing from Syria into Lebanon: money changes from the Pound to the Pound (LBP); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +961; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648824.
Airports at each end
Leaving Aleppo
Aleppo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Aleppo International Airport (ALP), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,547 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport (GZT, 88 km), Hatay Airport (HTY, 80 km).
Arriving in Aley
Aley is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Damascus International Airport (DAM, 95 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport | BEY | 11 km (7 mi) | 12,467 ft | 87 ft |
| Damascus International Airport | DAM | 95 km (59 mi) | 11,811 ft | 2,020 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Aley from Aleppo?
302 km (188 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Aleppo.
How long does it take to get from Aleppo to Aley by air?
About 1 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aleppo and Aley?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Aleppo to Aley flights?
Typically Aleppo International Airport (ALP) to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY); Aley also has DAM.
What currency do I need in Aley?
The Pound (LBP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.