Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Brussels is one hour behind Chania and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
You can choose from five weekly Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport flights. The 11:20 departure with TUI fly is the earliest available. TUI fly operates the last service of the day at 20:45.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CHQ to BRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Brussels Airlines is your ticket to exploring Brussels (and perhaps some other great corners of Belgium!). Browse the direct flights from Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Brussels Airlines on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CHQ and BRU include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
At the moment, R 1,501 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,974. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CHQ to BRU.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CHQ to BRU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport.
Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Chania International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CHQ make it to their destination as scheduled 91.98% of the time.
Chania International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Chania. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near CHQ:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're getting in on a late Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Grab a Brussels Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
From Brussels Airport, Brussels is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Brussels based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Chania International Airport to Brussels Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CHQ to BRU in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Belgium you should also see. About 48 kilometres south of Brussels, a visit to Charleroi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Belgium, consider Liege, about 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are among the biggest draws.