LEBANON — Booking activity on Middle East Airlines (MEA) flights for the upcoming holy month of Ramadan and the Easter holidays has begun earlier than usual and at a notably high pace.

Speaking to Lebanon 24, a source confirmed that demand for MEA flights has increased significantly in recent weeks, reflecting renewed interest in travel to Beirut after a prolonged period of uncertainty.

The rise in reservations, the source stated, indicates growing confidence among travelers and expatriates in Lebanon as a destination.

What stands out this year, according to the source, is the unusually early start of bookings for the summer season.

Reservations are already being recorded for the peak summer months, particularly from the United States, where Lebanese expatriates and American tourists are securing flights well in advance and for extended stays.

The source described the trend as a highly positive indicator for a promising tourism season, with potential positive effects across the broader economy.

Increased passenger traffic is expected to benefit key sectors, including tourism services, hotels, restaurants, and transport, while also providing much-needed support to the national aviation sector.

If the trend continues, industry stakeholders expect the 2026 summer season to mark a turning point for Lebanon’s tourism recovery.