Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brussels: what you need to know
Brussels is one hour ahead of London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Brussels runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your LGW to Brussels flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from LGW to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near LGW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
69.26% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brussels
R 1,062 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Brussels flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 2,322. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from LGW to Brussels, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a London Gatwick Airport to Brussels ticket.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Grab a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from LGW to Brussels can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Brussels. Once you've disembarked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 35 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CRL. Kick back and get cosy after your LGW to Brussels flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at CRL will help you save.
Best time to go to Brussels
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are typically higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Brussels in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your London Gatwick Airport to Brussels flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to Brussels in January if you want to travel 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 London Gatwick Airport to Brussels, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
Atomium and Grand Place are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Brussels to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
You've visited Brussels, now it's time to discover other parts of Belgium. Travel about 113 kilometres west to Ostend to tick off its popular sights. From Fort Napoleon to The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Verviers is another sought-after destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without visiting Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.