Flying from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport (VRA): What you need to know
Brussels has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport (VRA) taking off from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport is located in Varadero. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is five hours behind Brussels.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Brussels to VRA.
During high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Brussels to VRA. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Brussels Airport (BRU). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
BRU is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Brussels Airport:
Of all flights leaving Brussels Airport, 71.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in about 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Brussels to VRA flight? Relax in a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71.71%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
About Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport (VRA)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport (VRA)
Right now, 450 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 498 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Brussels to VRA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Save money on your flight from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport (VRA)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Varadero. July is when most people book flights from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport (VRA), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Brussels to VRA plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Varadero, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Varadero
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Varadero right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Varadero Beach, Playa Varadero and Varadero are essential stops on your Varadero itinerary.
Explore more of Cuba
You've seen Varadero, now it's time to explore other corners of Cuba. Journey around 97 kilometres west to Havana to tick off its top sights. From Paseo del Malecón to Old Havana and La habana, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Santa Clara is another sought-after destination in Cuba and is around 161 kilometres south-east of Varadero. No journey is complete without a visit to Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).
