Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Brussels is one hour ahead of London and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Your LGW to BRU flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LGW and BRU include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
58 € is the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Brussels Airport flight. A return flight starts from 141 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to BRU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to BRU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, data shows 69.26% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LGW:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Brussels Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
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Reserving your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Brussels in January.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Brussels Airport for August if you want to go to Brussels during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to BRU in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Brussels. Around 48 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Belgium, consider Liege, roughly 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are highlights.