Beirut to Port Said Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Beirut, Lebanon to Port Said, Egypt. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance
264.8 nm
nautical miles
Under Sail
2.2 days
at 5 knots
Under Power
26 hours
at 10 knots
Best Time
May-October
Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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This map shows the direct sea route from Beirut to Port Said. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 17% longer than the 227 nm direct line, its heading turning from northeast to southwest. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance
264.8 nm (490.4 km)
Direct line
226.7 nm17% longer
Great-circle bearing
226° (southwest)
Sea area
Levantine Sea
Geographic extent
2.7° × 3.4°
Crossing
Cross-border · Same region
From
Beirut (Lebanon) 33.9008, 35.4844
To
Port Said (Egypt) 31.2565, 32.2841
Route basis
Sea-lane route
Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speedDuration
5 kn2.2 days
8 kn33 hours
10 kn26 hours
12 kn22 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Beirut to Port Said Route

A medium ocean international sea route between Beirut and Port Said, this passage connecting two major commercial ports in the Mediterranean region demands attention to variable seasonal winds, with the Etesian (Meltemi) reaching down from the Aegean in summer.

The corridor within the same maritime region joins Beirut, Lebanon to Port Said, Egypt.

Navigation Tips

  • •Plan this medium ocean international leg in the Mediterranean region with attention to variable seasonal winds, with the Etesian (Meltemi) reaching down from the Aegean in summer.
  • •Provisioning for this medium ocean passage in Mediterranean should account for regional supply networks.
  • •Allow time for entry formalities on this international leg within the same maritime region.
  • •Adapt safety equipment to Mediterranean conditions for this medium ocean crossing.
  • •For a international crossing within the same maritime region, ensure clearance papers and visas are in order before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Beirut to Port Said by sea?

This is a medium ocean sea passage of about 264.8 nautical miles between Beirut and Port Said in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Beirut to Port Said?

Average voyage time on this medium ocean within the same maritime region leg of 264.8 nautical miles is 1.1 days – 2.2 days.

What's the best time to sail from Beirut to Port Said?

Aim for May-October for the calmest passage in Mediterranean; off-peak periods bring variable seasonal winds, with the Etesian (Meltemi) reaching down from the Aegean in summer.

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