Flying from Paris to Brussels Airport (BRU): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Paris to Brussels Airport (BRU). Explore your options for leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
The average time for a direct Paris to Brussels Airport flight is 1 hour.
Brussels (where Brussels Airport is located) and Paris share the UTC+1 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
The busiest route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels Airport (BRU), with 18 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from CDG to BRU is the 8:30am Brussels Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 10:15am with Brussels Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Paris to BRU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can hop on a direct flight from Paris to Brussels Airport (BRU) departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Brussels Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Paris to Brussels Airport jetting out of CDG.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Brussels Airlines between CDG and BRU.
Among carriers on this route, Brussels Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Paris to Brussels Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61.46% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Paris to Brussels Airport, browse these options when leaving from Paris Orly Airport:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
You can reach ORY from the centre of Paris in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Paris to BRU flight? Unwind in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
75.56% of flights taking off from Paris Orly Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can book a plane ticket from Paris to Brussels Airport (BRU) with one or more stops departing from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BVA and BRU:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The journey time to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Paris to Brussels Airport flight:
Flights that take off from BVA touch down at their destination as scheduled 66.39% of the time.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Brussels Airport (BRU)
Consider booking a hotel near BRU if you have a late flight from Paris to Brussels Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Grab a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Paris to Brussels Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Brussels. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Brussels Airport (BRU)
R 885 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Paris to Brussels Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,392. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book ten months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Paris to BRU.
The best month for picking up cheap Paris to Brussels Airport tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Brussels Airport (BRU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Paris to Brussels Airport (BRU). Visit Brussels in February for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Paris 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). Search for cheap tickets from Paris to Brussels Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Brussels Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Brussels Christmas Market, Grand Place and Atomium are essential stops on your Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
You've seen Brussels, now it's time to explore more of Belgium. Travel about 113 kilometres west to Ostend to tick off its popular sights. From Belgian Coast to Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and The Crystal Ship, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Belgium, consider Verviers, roughly 105 kilometres east of Brussels. La Chocolaterie Darcis, Parc Peltzer and Plan d'eau des Clarisses are among its highlights.