Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Each week, there are 173 London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, pick the 06:30 British Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 18:45 with British Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LHR to BRU flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
British Airways is your ticket to exploring Brussels (and maybe even some other great corners of Belgium!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is British Airways.
With 72.1% of its services arriving as scheduled, British Airways is the most punctual carrier operating LHR to BRU flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LHR and BRU include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Manchester Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
53 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport flight. A return flight starts from 107 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from LHR to BRU, book your journey one month before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LHR to BRU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
Reserve a hotel close to BRU if you're taking a late London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Brussels and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport to central Brussels has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Brussels based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Brussels Airport for August if you'd like to explore Brussels during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to BRU around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Belgium
You've seen Brussels, now it's time to discover other corners of Belgium. Journey about 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to check off its top attractions. From Parc Gobbe to Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Belgium, head for Liege, roughly 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are key highlights.