Flying from Columbus to Brussels: what you need to know
Columbus's main base, Port Columbus Airport (CMH), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Columbus to Brussels.
Arrive in Brussels at Brussels International Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Columbus.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Columbus to Brussels flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Brussels
To pick up cheap Columbus to Brussels flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Columbus
Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Columbus to Brussels flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Port Columbus Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Columbus to Brussels? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Port Columbus Airport:
When it comes to Port Columbus Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Brussels International Airport (BRU) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Columbus to Brussels. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Pick up a Brussels International Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Brussels International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Columbus to Brussels flight.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
After your flight from Columbus to Brussels has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is approximately 40 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
After your flight from Columbus to Brussels, settle in at a hotel near CRL. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and set off in the blink of an eye.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CRL will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Brussels
September is the most popular month for flights from Columbus to Brussels. To escape the crowds, visit Brussels in March.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Columbus to Brussels ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Columbus to Brussels in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
After booking your flight from Columbus to Brussels, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
Grand-Place of Brussels and Atomium are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Brussels must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Royal Palace of Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be explored once you've seen Brussels. Around 48 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Musée de la Photographie, BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier.
Around 88 kilometres east of Brussels, Liege is another favourite stop in Belgium. Experience major highlights starting with Saint Paul's Cathedral of Liège, Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse.
