Flying from Mexico City to Brussels Airport (BRU): What you need to know
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Mexico City. Brussels Airport is located in Brussels.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Mexico City to BRU. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Mexico City to BRU departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
MEX is about 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Brussels Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
84% of flights leaving Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of MEX.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
You can reach NLU from the centre of Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to BRU flight is a lot easier when you stay near Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you a short ride from the airport.
76% of flights departing Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Brussels Airport (BRU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mexico City to Brussels Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Brussels Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Brussels. How long it'll take to get there in a taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Brussels Airport (BRU)
Right now, R 5,803 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Brussels Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,156. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Mexico City to BRU. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Mexico City to Brussels Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Mexico City to BRU.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Mexico City to Brussels Airport.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Brussels Airport (BRU)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to Brussels Airport (BRU). September is the busiest month to travel to Brussels. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in December.
When booking your Mexico City to BRU plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Brussels Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to Brussels Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Grand Place, Atomium and Royal Palace of Brussels are top sights which should be on any good Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Belgium just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres west of Brussels, a visit to Ostend will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, The Crystal Ship and Mu.ZEE.
Around 105 kilometres east of Brussels, Verviers is another favourite stop in Belgium. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Hôtel communal ou Ancienne Halle - Monument classé, Musée d'Archéologie et du Folklore and Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Ceramique.
