Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, making Brussels one hour behind Johannesburg.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to BRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Brussels Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between JNB and BRU include:
Frankfurt Airport
Zurich Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Brussels Airport flight is R 5,542. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 9,799. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from JNB to BRU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Brussels Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Brussels Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you have an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Brussels Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BRU if you have a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Brussels Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway 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.
Reserving your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport to central Brussels has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Brussels Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Brussels based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Brussels Airport for August if you want to visit Brussels during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to BRU in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Belgium waiting to be explored. About 48 kilometres south of Brussels, a trip to Charleroi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another favourite destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without a visit to Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.