Flying from Brussels to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Brussels. Check out your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when searching for a flight from Brussels to Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
The average length of a direct Brussels to Pearson International Airport flight is 8 hours.
Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto. The city is in the UTC-4 timezone and is five hours behind Brussels.
Take your pick of 2 direct flights a week between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Pearson International Airport (YYZ). This is the most popular route, with Air Canada offering a 9:40am departure from BRU to YYZ.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Brussels to YYZ. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Brussels to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) depart from this terminal.
When taking off from BRU, you can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Pearson International Airport with Air Canada.
The most frequently booked airline between BRU and YYZ is Air Canada.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Brussels to YYZ departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
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 the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Pearson International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Brussels Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Brussels Airport, 71.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Split up your flight from Brussels to Pearson International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and YYZ are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You can arrive at CRL from the centre of Brussels in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to YYZ flight:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance of 71.71%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels to Pearson International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near YYZ:
Explore without limits with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and see more of Toronto and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Brussels to Pearson International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, central Toronto is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
195 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Pearson International Airport. Return flights start at 376 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
To score cheap flights from Brussels to YYZ, book your ticket three months ahead of your departure date.
August is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Brussels to Pearson International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Brussels to Pearson International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Pearson International Airport (YYZ), while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Brussels to YYZ plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Pearson International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Brussels to Pearson International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
Your Toronto visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include CN Tower, Skypod CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey about 153 kilometres south-west to London to tick off its leading sights. From Forks of the Thames River to Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Kingston is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres east of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary.
