Flying from Frankfurt to Brussels: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Frankfurt to Brussels. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
Touch down in Brussels at Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Jump on a direct Frankfurt to Brussels flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt.
The most popular route for flights from Frankfurt to Brussels is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Brussels Airport (BRU). You can choose from 45 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from FRA to BRU is the 06:45 Lufthansa service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:35 with Brussels Airlines.
To ensure you make your Frankfurt to Brussels flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Brussels
To snag cheap Frankfurt to Brussels flights, reserve your journey three months before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Frankfurt to Brussels is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can catch a direct flight from Frankfurt to Brussels departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Start your journey at FRA and arrive at Brussels Airport (BRU).
Brussels Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Frankfurt to Brussels plane tickets leaving from FRA.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Frankfurt to Brussels flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Brussels, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, 67.47% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your Frankfurt to Brussels flight with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and Brussels are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Ibiza Airport (IBZ)
HHN is about 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Frankfurt to Brussels, kick back in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53%.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is approximately 11 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel near BRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt to Brussels. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
As soon as your flight from Frankfurt to Brussels has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 48 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to CRL. Kick back after your Frankfurt to Brussels flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Score the best price by securing your ride from CRL two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Brussels. July is the most popular month for a trip to Brussels. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Frankfurt to Brussels ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Brussels around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Brussels right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Brussels:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Brussels. Around 48 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another sought-after 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.