Travelling from Mexico City to Brussels: what you need to know
Mexico City has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Brussels flying out of Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's major entry points.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Brussels seven hours ahead of Mexico City.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Mexico City to Brussels flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Brussels
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Mexico City to Brussels flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it a breeze to find a Mexico City to Brussels flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Brussels, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Benito Juarez International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MEX land at their destination as scheduled 80.91% of the time.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Getting the crew to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to Brussels is much easier when you stay close to Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Think about booking a room at Verticca Hotel the night before you fly out.
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Brussels, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Brussels and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Brussels Airport around three weeks in advance of your Mexico City to Brussels flight.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Once you've disembarked your flight from Mexico City to Brussels, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CRL. Unwind after your Mexico City to Brussels flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination 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.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at CRL can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month for flights from Mexico City to Brussels. To skip the crowds, head to Brussels in January.
Before locking in your Mexico City to Brussels tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Mexico City to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Brussels, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are attractions you won't want to skip in Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen Brussels. Around 48 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
If you want to check out another major stop in Belgium, consider Liege, about 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are the start of reasons to visit.