Travelling from Brussels to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Brussels to Los Angeles. Brussels International Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's main airports.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's chief entry points.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Brussels.
To ensure you catch your Brussels to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Los Angeles
To pick up cheap Brussels to Los Angeles flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Brussels to Los Angeles throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Brussels to Los Angeles flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Brussels International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Brussels International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Brussels International Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Brussels to Los Angeles flight, check out these options when setting off from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Los Angeles:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78%.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
Book a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from Brussels to Los Angeles. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your Brussels to Los Angeles flight.
LAX is situated at One World Way.
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 27 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Brussels to Los Angeles, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
There are some great places to lay your head close to VNY. Unwind after your Brussels to Los Angeles flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make picking up a Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from VNY ahead of time so you can simply get the keys and go.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Los Angeles. To skip the crowds, go to Los Angeles in March.
When booking your Brussels to Los Angeles tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap flights from Brussels to Los Angeles around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Los Angeles, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are top sights which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the southeast, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.