Benghazi International Airport (formerly Benina Airport), about 20 kilometres east of the city, is the main point of entry. Several airlines connect Benghazi to other Libyan cities and to Cairo, Tunis, Istanbul, and other regional hubs, though services change frequently depending on the security situation. Check current schedules and visa requirements carefully before travel.
Overland travel from Tripoli is a long drive of around 1,000 kilometres on the coastal road — a journey that crosses territory whose security conditions have varied considerably since 2011. The road passes through Sirte and the Gulf of Sirte coast. Travellers who make this journey typically do so with a driver and local contacts, not independently.
All visitors to Libya currently require a visa, which must usually be arranged in advance through a Libyan consulate or via a Libyan sponsor. Check current entry requirements and government travel advisories before planning a trip.