Travelling from Vancouver to Brussels Airport (BRU): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Brussels Airport (BRU). Explore your options for jetting out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Brussels is eight hours ahead of Vancouver. Brussels Airport is located in Brussels, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to BRU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver to Brussels Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to BRU flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey time to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Brussels Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down as expected. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Brussels Airport (BRU)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Brussels Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near BRU and turn in quicker:
Travel at your own pace with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and see more of Brussels and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Brussels Airport flight.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Brussels. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Brussels Airport (BRU)
Currently, 220 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Brussels Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 479 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to BRU, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Vancouver to Brussels Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Vancouver to BRU.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver to Brussels Airport.
The best time to fly from Vancouver to Brussels Airport (BRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Brussels Airport (BRU). Visit Brussels in February for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to BRU plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Brussels Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Brussels
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Brussels Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
Your visit to Brussels should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Brussels Christmas Market, Grand Place and Atomium.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Belgian Coast, Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and The Crystal Ship.
Around 105 kilometres east of Brussels, Verviers is another essential stop in Belgium. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to La Chocolaterie Darcis, Parc Peltzer and Plan d'eau des Clarisses.
