Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Brussels: what you need to know
Brussels is eight hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located. Brussels runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SFO to Brussels flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from SFO to Brussels with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
SFO is about 18 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Brussels, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Brussels
The best price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Brussels flight is R 4,639. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,414. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from SFO to Brussels, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Brussels is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices throughout the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Brussels. Book one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's main sights.
Booking your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks before your flight from SFO to Brussels can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
After your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Brussels has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 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.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near CRL. Kick back and get cosy after your SFO to Brussels flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from CRL two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Brussels. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Brussels in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your San Francisco International Airport to Brussels flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Brussels
After booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Brussels, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
Atomium and Grand Place are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Brussels itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
You've done Brussels, now it's time to explore more of Belgium. Travel around 113 kilometres west to Ostend to tick off its popular sights. From Fort Napoleon to The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Verviers is another sought-after 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.
