Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Brussels one hour ahead of Dublin.
Take your pick of 124 weekly Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 18:10.
To ensure you catch your DUB to BRU flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Aer Lingus is your gateway to discovering Brussels (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Belgium!). Browse the direct flights from Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport offered by this popular airline.
Aer Lingus is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Aer Lingus ranks as the leading on-time carrier for DUB to BRU flights, with 88.33% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between DUB and BRU:
Manchester Airport
Birmingham International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
Currently, 17 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 35 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DUB to BRU.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DUB to BRU by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
72.87% of flights that leave from Dublin Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Dublin to Dublin Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 2 hours 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DUB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're getting in on a late Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport to central Brussels has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Brussels based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Dublin Airport to Brussels Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DUB to BRU in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Belgium waiting to be explored. Around 48 kilometres south of Brussels, a visit to Charleroi will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without seeing Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.