Travelling from Brussels to Toronto: what you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Toronto flying out of Brussels International Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
When arriving in Toronto, step off the plane at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Toronto Island Airport (YTZ). John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) is another gateway to this city.
Around 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Brussels to Toronto flight.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Brussels.
With two weekly flights between the two airports, Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Brussels to Toronto with Air Canada at 09:40. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from BRU to YYZ is with Air Canada at 09:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Brussels to Toronto flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Toronto
Book three months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Brussels to Toronto flights.
Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Brussels to Toronto. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
You can book a direct flight from Brussels to Toronto taking off from Brussels International Airport (BRU). Begin your journey at BRU and land at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Be on the lookout for deals with Air Canada. This carrier offers direct Brussels to Toronto plane tickets out of BRU.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Brussels to Toronto flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Brussels International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
BRU is around 11 kilometers from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Brussels International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Toronto, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Brussels International Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Brussels to Toronto flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Toronto:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You can get to CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 40 kilometers or so.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Toronto:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on schedule.
Arriving in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is approximately 21 kilometers from central Toronto. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty to explore Toronto and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Brussels to Toronto flight.
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Brussels to Toronto has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometers from Toronto Island Airport (YTZ).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 20 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to YTZ. Kick back after your Brussels to Toronto flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Toronto Island Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be on your way in a flash.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
Hop off your flight from Brussels to Toronto and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Toronto is around 72 kilometers from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) and typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Recover after a day of travelling by staying at a hotel close to YHM after your Brussels to Toronto flight. Settle in for the night at Super 8 by Wyndham Mt Hope Hamilton Intl Arpt on or Homestead House Bed & Breakfast before venturing into the city.
Whether you'd like an economy just for you or a spacious SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal John C. Munro Hamilton Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the range of wheels available from suppliers such as Avis, National and Budget.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Brussels to Toronto is a smart move. As well as better prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at YHM.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Toronto. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Toronto in November.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Brussels to Toronto ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Toronto in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Toronto right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Brussels to Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Toronto to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Toronto Islands.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Toronto. Around 354 kilometers to the northeast, top sights here include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Mississauga is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 23 kilometers west of Toronto. No trip is complete without a visit to Lake Ontario, Living Arts Centre and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area.