Flying from Brussels to Vancouver: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Brussels to Vancouver. Brussels International Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the main airports in Brussels.
Vancouver has a number of airports you can jet into. Disembark at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Vancouver nine hours behind Brussels.
Allow plenty of time to make your Brussels to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Vancouver
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Brussels to Vancouver flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Brussels to Vancouver.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Brussels to Vancouver.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Brussels to Vancouver flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Brussels to Vancouver flights leaving from Brussels International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Brussels International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Vancouver, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Brussels International Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Brussels to Vancouver? Check in to a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Vancouver. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is about 3 kilometres from Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Brussels to Vancouver has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 10 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CXH. Settle in and get cosy after your Brussels to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can just collect the keys and drive away.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Brussels to Vancouver and travel to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can take you there in about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your Brussels to Vancouver flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Start your trip without worrying about how to reach your destination with a Abbotsford Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Around one week ahead of your flight from Brussels to Vancouver is a good time to book your ride from YXX. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or get access to early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Brussels to Vancouver. August is the busiest month for a trip to Vancouver. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Brussels to Vancouver ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Brussels to Vancouver in February when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Vancouver
After booking your flight from Brussels to Vancouver, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Stanley Park Seawall, Stanley Park and Downtown Vancouver are leading attractions which should be on any good Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 27 kilometres southeast of Vancouver, a trip to Surrey will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Green Timbers Urban Forest Park, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Surrey Art Gallery & Surrey Civic Theatres at Surrey Arts Centre.
If there's time to check out another side of Canada, head for Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada, St. Andrew's Cathedral and Craigdarroch Castle are key reasons to visit.