Travelling from Bucharest to Brussels Airport (BRU): What you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Bucharest to Brussels Airport (BRU).
Take a direct Bucharest to Brussels Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Brussels Airport is located in Brussels. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour behind Bucharest.
With 13 direct flights a week between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Brussels Airport (BRU) is the most popular route. TAROM operates the earliest flight at 7:45am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from OTP to BRU is with TAROM at 8:10pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Bucharest to BRU.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can take a direct flight from Bucharest to Brussels Airport (BRU) departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
You can lock in a direct flight from Bucharest to Brussels Airport with TAROM. This top airline offers services from OTP.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between OTP and BRU is TAROM.
The top on-time carrier on this route is TAROM. Its services land without delay 66.67% of the time.
Located around 16 kilometers from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest to Brussels Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
71% of flights leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
About Brussels Airport (BRU)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to Brussels Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near BRU and hit the lights earlier:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Brussels Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport to the centre of Brussels is about 8 kilometers. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Brussels Airport (BRU)
At the moment, P2,709 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Brussels Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P5,835. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Bucharest to BRU, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Brussels Airport (BRU)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Brussels Airport (BRU). October is the busiest month to visit Brussels. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in January.
Before locking in your Bucharest to BRU plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Brussels Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Brussels Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Grand Place, Brussels Christmas Market and Atomium are must-visits when exploring Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Belgium waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometers west of Brussels, a trip to Ostend will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Belgian Coast, Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and The Crystal Ship.
Around 105 kilometers east of Brussels, Verviers is another essential stop in Belgium. Start your sightseeing at La Chocolaterie Darcis, Parc Peltzer and Plan d'eau des Clarisses.
