Flying from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Brussels. Check out your options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when searching for a flight from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is seven hours behind Brussels.
To ensure you catch your flight from Brussels to YEG, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Brussels to YEG departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Brussels Airport:
When it comes to Brussels Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.97% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
CRL is about 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to YEG flight:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance of 71.71%. This figure reflects how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near YEG and hit the lights earlier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and explore beyond Edmonton's main sights.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Brussels to Edmonton International Airport flight.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Edmonton. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport is RM2,342. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM3,154. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to YEG, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Brussels to Edmonton International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Brussels to YEG is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Save money on your flight from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). July is the busiest month to visit Edmonton. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in May.
Lock in a Brussels to YEG plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Edmonton to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Edmonton
Start your Edmonton trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Brussels to Edmonton International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Edmonton wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Edmonton. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower.
If there's time to check out another corner of Canada, consider Red Deer, roughly 113 kilometres south of Edmonton. Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail are among the biggest draws.