Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Brussels: what you need to know
Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
With two flights a week between the two airports, Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 07:45. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from GLA to CRL is with Ryanair at 08:20.
To avoid rushing for your GLA to Brussels flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, 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 flying during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct Glasgow International Airport to Brussels ticket. Start your journey at GLA and touch down at Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Keep an eye out for deals with Ryanair. This airline operates direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Brussels.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from GLA to Brussels. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near GLA? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Brussels, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Brussels
R 800 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Brussels flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 1,620. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from GLA to Brussels, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Brussels across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Find an affordable flight from Glasgow International Airport to Brussels with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near BRU if you have a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Brussels. Select one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Hit the road running by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Brussels and beyond.
Booking your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from GLA to Brussels can help you get the lowest rate.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Once your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Brussels has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CRL. Unwind and get cosy after your GLA to Brussels flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Score the best price by booking your ride from CRL two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Plan your trip to Brussels in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Brussels in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Glasgow International Airport to Brussels flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from GLA to Brussels around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Brussels right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Brussels:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Atomium, Grand Place and Manneken Pis are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Belgium, consider Verviers, about 113 kilometres east of Brussels. Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle are among the biggest draws.