Travelling from Melbourne to Brussels: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Brussels departing from here.
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's major entry points.
Brussels is ten hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Melbourne to Brussels flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brussels
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Melbourne to Brussels flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to Brussels across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Melbourne to Brussels by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Melbourne to Brussels flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Melbourne to Brussels flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Brussels, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near BRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Brussels. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Brussels Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Once you've disembarked your flight from Melbourne to Brussels, it takes approximately 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
After your flight from Melbourne to Brussels, kick back at a hotel close to CRL. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
January is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Brussels, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Brussels based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Melbourne to Brussels tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Brussels in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brussels right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Brussels:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are attractions you won't want to skip in Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
You've seen Brussels, now it's time to explore other corners of Belgium. Journey about 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to tick off its must-visit sights. From Parc Gobbe to Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny, your itinerary will be busy.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without seeing Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.