Travelling from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL): What you need to know
Lille (where Lille Lesquin Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Brussels to LIL.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like October. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Brussels to LIL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Brussels Airport (BRU). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 72% land on time at their destination.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport, check out these options when departing from Brussels South Charleroi Airport:
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
You can get to CRL from central Brussels in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Brussels to LIL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Brussels South Charleroi Airport:
Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LIL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lille Lesquin Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Lille's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL) to central Lille
Lille Lesquin Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lille. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL)
RM981 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport. Return flights start from RM766. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Brussels to LIL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Brussels to LIL.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL)
January is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL), while October is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Lille based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Brussels to LIL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Lille, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Lille Lesquin 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 Lille
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Lille Lesquin Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lille:
Your visit to Lille should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Palais des Beaux Arts, Grand'Place and Vieux-Lille.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored after you've seen Lille. Around 193 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay.
Around 161 kilometres southeast of Lille, Reims is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Krug.
