Travelling from Chicago to Brussels Airport (BRU): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Chicago. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Brussels Airport (BRU) departing from here.
Book a direct Chicago to Brussels Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Brussels Airport is located in Brussels.
You can pick from 7 direct flights a week between Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Brussels Airport (BRU). This is the most popular route, with United Airlines offering a 5:50pm departure from ORD to BRU.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Chicago to BRU.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can jump on a direct flight from Chicago to Brussels Airport (BRU) departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
United Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Chicago to Brussels Airport taking off from ORD.
The most frequently booked airline between ORD and BRU is United.
Among carriers on this route, United leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Chicago to BRU that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and BRU include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Brussels Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to BRU flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Brussels Airport flight:
Flights departing from RFD arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Brussels Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near BRU:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Brussels Airport flight.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Central Brussels is about 8 kilometres from Brussels Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Brussels Airport is 277 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 523 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from Chicago to BRU by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for landing cheap Chicago to Brussels Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Brussels Airport (BRU)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to Brussels Airport (BRU). September is the most popular month to visit Brussels. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Chicago to BRU plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Brussels Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brussels right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Brussels Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Grand Place, Atomium and Royal Palace of Brussels are must-visits when exploring Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered after you've seen Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, The Crystal Ship and Mu.ZEE.
Verviers is another favourite destination in Belgium and is around 105 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without experiencing Hôtel communal ou Ancienne Halle - Monument classé, Musée d'Archéologie et du Folklore and Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Ceramique.