Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to New York: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 25 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Brussels Airport to New York.
Brussels Airport is located in Brussels. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, New York is six hours behind Brussels.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the most popular route, with seven weekly departures to choose from. You can fly from BRU to EWR at 08:35 with United Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your BRU to New York flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Start your journey at BRU and fly nonstop to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Brussels Airport to New York tickets.
Top carriers that offer direct flights from Brussels Airport to New York include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from BRU to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
BRU is about 8 kilometers from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to BRU? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels Airport to New York, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to New York
P19,806 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Brussels Airport to New York flight. A return plane ticket starts at P26,682. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from BRU to New York, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Brussels Airport to New York is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across each month and pick up an epic deal.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometers. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Brussels Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
For the lowest price, book your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from BRU to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometers from the centre of New York. Once you've disembarked your flight from Brussels Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can check in after your BRU to New York flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 13 kilometers from the centre of New York. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Brussels Airport to New York.
The journey takes around 55 minutes by public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near LGA after your BRU to New York flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Brussels Airport to New York to access the best deals.
The street address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
July is the most popular month for flights from Brussels Airport to New York. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to New York in December.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Brussels Airport to New York plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BRU to New York around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Brussels Airport to New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your New York must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometers away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometers northeast of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.