Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Brussels: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Barcelona (the location of Barcelona-El Prat Airport).
The most popular route is from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Brussels Airport (BRU). Choose from 58 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BCN to BRU is the 05:45 Ryanair option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:20 with Brussels Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BCN to Brussels flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels tickets are available for booking. Brussels Airport (BRU) is where you'll complete your journey.
You can choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels, such as:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from BCN to Brussels. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Barcelona, BCN can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BCN:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Brussels
R 351 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 744. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BCN to Brussels.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near BRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks before your flight from BCN to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
After your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CRL. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your BCN to Brussels flight:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make collecting a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at CRL can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Brussels
Plan your trip to Brussels in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to Brussels in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brussels right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels:
Atomium and Grand Place are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Brussels to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Belgium, head for Verviers, about 113 kilometres east of Brussels. Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle are among its highlights.