Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Barcelona and Brussels follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Take your pick of 14 weekly Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Ryanair is the earliest you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 20:40.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BCN to CRL flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Brussels (and then seeing more of Belgium!) is easy with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers BCN to CRL flights, with 67.02% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BCN and CRL:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Ibiza Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
R 354 is the lowest price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 751. These fares can change based on demand.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BCN to CRL.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BCN to CRL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BCN:
Arriving at Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
If you're landing on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near CRL:
Pick up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to central Brussels
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to central Brussels has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Brussels based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to CRL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Brussels. Around 48 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Belgium, head for Liege, about 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are key highlights.
