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Benghazi

Benghazi

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BEN

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Flight Time

16~17 hours

The flight time to Benghazi is approximately 16~17 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Benghazi.

Benghazi

Benghazi is a city situated in Libya. Based on a 2011 estimate, Benghazi has a population of more than 630,000 making the city the second largest city in Libya. Benghazi is the most populated city in the Cyrenaica region. The city is surrounded by an arid steppe, hence vegetation in Benghazi is more of Mediterranean. With hot and rainless summers and mild winters, Benghazi is characterized as having a warm semi-arid climate. Furthermore, Benghazi is one of the major economic hubs of Libya. Processed foods, and textiles are among the industries in Benghazi.

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Travel FAQs

Q. How do I book a ticket to Benghazi?


A. You can get a ticket to Benghazi by accomplishing any of the following. Basically, you can avail of a ticket to Benghazi by inquiring for a ticket from either of the airlines that fly to the city. If you live in areas where such airlines are not found, you may seek assistance from travel companies in processing a ticket to Benghazi. It is further advised that you book a ticket to Benghazi to avoid any hassle before the flight. If you check online, you may discover cheap ticket prices for a trip to Benghazi.

Q. Do I need a visa to enter Benghazi?


A. Should you desired to book a plane ticket bound to Benghazi, you should have with you a visa for an entry to the city. You can apply for a visa to Benghazi from any of the diplomatic missions of Libya designated in different countries. On the other hand, citizens from Jordan and Tunisia may be able to book a ticket to Benghazi without availing of a visa. Furthermore, citizens from United States and Egypt may also book a ticket to Benghazi should they apply for a provisional visa.

Q. What are good attractions in Benghazi?


A. If you are planning to book a ticket to Benghazi, consider the following attractions to visit. For nature savvies, you may explore Jebel Akhdar. You may also visit historic sites such as Ptolemais. Sacred sites including Omar Al-Mukhtar Mosque and Atiq Mosque are also recommended to be visited in Benghazi. You may also avail of a ticket to enter the Benghazi zoo which features a variety of animal species.

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