Flying from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): What you need to know
Brussels has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 45 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport flight.
Marseille Provence Airport is located in Marseille. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Brussels.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Brussels Airlines at 9:10pm. Go for the first BRU to MRS departure operated by Brussels Airlines at 9:30am if you'd rather not wait around.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to MRS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can take a direct flight from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU).
Brussels Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport leaving from BRU.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between BRU and MRS is Brussels Airlines.
Brussels Airlines takes the top spot for on-time performance. A dependable 83.33% of its services on this route complete the journey on schedule.
BRU is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, data shows 71.97% of flights complete their journey on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Planning to leave from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)? Direct Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) plane tickets are available from here.
Take a direct flight from Brussels to MRS with Ryanair. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of CRL.
On the CRL to MRS route, Ryanair is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Ryanair ranks as the most punctual carrier operating flights between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Marseille Provence Airport.
You can arrive at CRL from the centre of Brussels in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to MRS flight:
71.71% of all departures from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MRS:
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For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
RM75 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport. Return flights start at RM149. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to MRS, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Marseille. July is when most people book flights from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Brussels to MRS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Marseille, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Marseille
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Marseille right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Marseille Provence Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour are attractions you won't want to skip in Marseille.
Explore more of France
You've visited Marseille, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey about 257 kilometres north to Lyon to tick off its top attractions. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres east of Marseille, Nice is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.