Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Southampton.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SOU to BRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Southampton Airport to Brussels Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SOU and BRU include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Geneve Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
R 1,784 is currently the best price for a one-way Southampton Airport to Brussels Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,676. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOU to BRU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Southampton Airport to Brussels Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Landing cheap flights from SOU to BRU is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Southampton Airport to Brussels Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
55.7% of flights departing from Southampton Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Southampton Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to Brussels Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to SOU:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Southampton Airport to Brussels Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Brussels and beyond.
Booking your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport to the centre of Brussels has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Southampton Airport to Brussels Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Brussels based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Southampton Airport to Brussels Airport for August if you'd like to visit Brussels during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOU to BRU in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Brussels. Around 48 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another well-known destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without seeing Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.
