Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Brussels: what you need to know
Portland International Airport is located in Portland. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is eight hours ahead of Portland.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your PDX to Brussels flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from PDX to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Portland, PDX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Portland International Airport to Brussels? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to PDX:
Portland International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from PDX land at their destination as scheduled 83.65% of the time.
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Brussels
R 3,493 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Portland International Airport to Brussels flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 6,951. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from PDX to Brussels, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Portland International Airport to Brussels is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices across the month and walk away with an epic deal.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near BRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Portland International Airport to Brussels. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from PDX to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
After your flight from Portland International Airport to Brussels has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near CRL. Kick back and get cosy after your PDX to Brussels flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Plan your trip to Brussels during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Portland International Airport to Brussels during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Portland International Airport to Brussels flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PDX to Brussels around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Portland International Airport to Brussels, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Atomium, Grand Place and Manneken Pis are must-visits when exploring Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
You've seen Brussels, now it's time to discover more of Belgium. Journey about 113 kilometres west to Ostend to check off its top sights. From Fort Napoleon to The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Verviers is another standout destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without a visit to Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.
