Cheap flights from Brussels (BRU)

Belgium's main international gateway and Star Alliance hub

Brussels Airport sits in Zaventem, about 12 km northeast of central Brussels, and is the country's primary international gateway. Brussels Airlines runs its hub here as a Lufthansa Group subsidiary and Star Alliance member, with TUI fly Belgium, Ryanair and easyJet also operating substantial schedules. Long-haul reach includes United States, sub-Saharan Africa and Asia, with dense intra-European coverage to Frankfurt, London, Madrid and Rome.

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Airlines flying from Brussels (BRU)

Major carriers: Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, TUI fly Belgium. Low-cost carriers: Ryanair, easyJet, Vueling.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest month to fly from Brussels?
Late January, February and November typically produce the lowest BRU fares, particularly on European leisure and US long-haul routes. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap pinpoints the cheapest week per route — BRU-JFK and BRU-MAD bottom out on quite different weeks, so seeing the full year matters.
Which airlines fly out of BRU?
Brussels Airlines is the home carrier, joined by Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, British Airways, Turkish Airlines, United and a long tail of European and intercontinental operators. TUI fly Belgium, Ryanair, easyJet and Vueling cover leisure routes. Flightmussy compares them all in one no-signup search.
How far is Brussels Airport from central Brussels?
Brussels Airport sits in Zaventem, about 12 km northeast of the city centre. The Brussels Airport Express train reaches Brussels Central in 17 minutes and runs four times per hour, while the Airport Line bus and taxis offer alternatives depending on your destination in the city.
Are there direct flights from BRU to New York?
Yes — United operates daily non-stop services to Newark, and seasonal carriers add JFK coverage. Flightmussy compares non-stop and 1-stop options side-by-side, including Lufthansa via Frankfurt and KLM via Amsterdam, with the 12-month heatmap revealing the cheapest week to fly transatlantic.

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