Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Brussels: what you need to know
Brussels is eight hours ahead of Vancouver, where Vancouver International Airport is located. Brussels follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your YVR to Brussels flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Brussels? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near YVR:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Brussels
R 4,737 is currently the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Brussels flight. Return flight tickets start from R 9,863. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YVR to Brussels. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Finding cheap tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Brussels is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across each month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Brussels, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Travel at your own pace with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and venture far and wide through Brussels and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YVR to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Once your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Brussels has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
The journey will take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can check in after your YVR to Brussels flight:
The fastest 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 hit the road in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CRL will help you save.
Best time to go to Brussels
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Brussels. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Brussels in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Vancouver International Airport to Brussels flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YVR to Brussels around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Brussels, check out our selection of hotels including:
Atomium and Grand Place are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Brussels to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
You've done Brussels, now it's time to discover other parts of Belgium. Travel around 113 kilometres west to Ostend to check off its top attractions. From Fort Napoleon to The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark, your itinerary will be busy.
Verviers is another well-known destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without seeing Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.
