Flying from Brussels to Belfast: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Brussels to Belfast. Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's main airports.
Hop off your plane in Belfast at Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Belfast is one hour behind Brussels and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you make your Brussels to Belfast flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Belfast
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Brussels to Belfast flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Brussels to Belfast is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag an incredible deal.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Brussels to Belfast flights.
Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Brussels to Belfast flights departing from Brussels Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
BRU is about 8 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Belfast, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
71.97% of flights taking off from Brussels Airport make it to their destination on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Brussels to Belfast flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Belfast:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Belfast:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure reflects how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 2 hours.
Consider staying in a hotel close to BFS if you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels to Belfast. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Belfast International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Belfast and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is about 5 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Once your flight from Brussels to Belfast has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to BHD. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Brussels to Belfast:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make picking up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from BHD two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
January is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Belfast, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Belfast based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Brussels to Belfast ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Belfast to range from 10ºC to 19ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from Brussels to Belfast around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Belfast right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Belfast:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are popular attractions which should feature on any good Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. No journey is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
