Flying from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Brussels: what you need to know
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Dresden (the location of Dresden International Airport).
Give yourself enough time to get on your DRS to Brussels flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from DRS to Brussels. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
DRS is about 10 kilometres from central Dresden. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to DRS? If you're boarding an early flight from Dresden International Airport to Brussels, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Dresden International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from DRS land on schedule 84.36% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Brussels
R 3,016 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dresden International Airport to Brussels flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 3,732. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from DRS to Brussels. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Dresden International Airport to Brussels ticket.
There's no need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from DRS to Brussels.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to BRU if you have a late flight from Dresden International Airport to Brussels. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
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.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from DRS to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Central Brussels is around 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). After your flight from Dresden International Airport to Brussels has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Following your DRS to Brussels flight, unwind at a hotel near CRL. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make picking up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Plan your trip to Brussels during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Dresden International Airport to Brussels in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Dresden International Airport to Brussels flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from DRS to Brussels around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Brussels right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Dresden International Airport to Brussels:
Atomium and Grand Place are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Brussels travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Belgium you should also see. About 113 kilometres west of Brussels, a trip to Ostend will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
Verviers is another favourite destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without dropping by Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.
