Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Brussels International Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, making Brussels seven hours ahead of Minneapolis.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MSP to BRU flight.
You'll likely experience 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 help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brussels International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MSP and BRU:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Brussels International Airport (BRU)
At the moment, 243 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brussels International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 533 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MSP to BRU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brussels International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MSP to BRU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brussels International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77% of flights that leave from Minneapolis St Paul Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Minneapolis St Paul Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MSP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brussels International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Consider booking a hotel close to BRU if you have a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brussels International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Brussels International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar to explore Brussels and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Brussels International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Brussels International Airport (BRU)
September is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brussels International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Brussels in March.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Brussels International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to BRU in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Belgium
You've done Brussels, now it's time to explore other parts of Belgium. Journey about 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to tick off its popular sights. From Musée de la Photographie to BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without dropping by Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral), Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse.