Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Brussels: what you need to know
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your flight from LAX to Brussels. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from LAX to Brussels, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You don't need a visa for Belgium if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 54 minutes.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LAX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Brussels
P14,756 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P24,721. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LAX to Brussels, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 39 minutes.
Book a hotel near BRU if you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Central Brussels is about 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Once your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 56 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CRL. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from LAX to Brussels:
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Brussels, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from LAX to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
After locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Brussels, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
Grand Place and Atomium are just two of the big attractions to add to your Brussels travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Manneken Pis.
Complete your Brussels trip with a car rental
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