Flying from Palese Airport (BRI) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Palese Airport to Brussels Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bari.
Your BRI to BRU flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Brussels (and then seeing more of Belgium!) is a snap with Transavia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Palese Airport to Brussels Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Transavia.
Among carriers operating BRI to BRU flights, Transavia has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Palese Airport to Brussels Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BRI and BRU:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Milano Linate Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palese Airport (BRI) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
R 812 is the lowest price for a one-way Palese Airport to Brussels Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,008. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BRI to BRU.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Palese Airport to Brussels Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BRI to BRU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Palese Airport to Brussels Airport.
Handy information about Palese Airport (BRI)
72.39% of flights taking off from Palese Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Palese Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Bari. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BRI? If you're catching an early flight from Palese Airport to Brussels Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you have a late Palese Airport to Brussels Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near BRU:
Pick up a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Brussels. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Palese Airport to Brussels Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Brussels. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Palese Airport to Brussels Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BRI to BRU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Belgium
You've done Brussels, now it's time to explore other corners of Belgium. Travel about 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to tick off its leading attractions. From Parc Gobbe to Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without experiencing Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.