Flying from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Brussels International Airport (BRU): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Rome and Brussels are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from FCO to BRU start at 06:00 — the first with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 21:15 with Brussels Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 50 weekly Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FCO to BRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport, so getting to Brussels (and then discovering more of Belgium!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Brussels Airlines.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier offering FCO to BRU flights. An impressive 88.52% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between FCO and BRU include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Zurich Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Brussels International Airport (BRU)
R 514 is the lowest price for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,046. These prices may change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from FCO to BRU by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
78% of flights that depart Rome Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Rome to Rome Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to FCO? If you're catching an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brussels International Airport (BRU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Brussels International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Brussels International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels International Airport (BRU)
September is the most popular month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Brussels in March.
Lock in your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Brussels International Airport for August if you want to explore Brussels during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to BRU in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Brussels. Around 48 kilometres away 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.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without experiencing Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral), Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse.