Travelling from Houston to Brussels: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Houston to Brussels. Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) and Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's main airports.
Brussels International Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's major entry points.
Brussels is seven hours ahead of Houston and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Houston to Brussels flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Brussels
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Houston to Brussels flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
We make it a breeze to book a Houston to Brussels flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Houston to Brussels? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport:
Of the departures from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can get to HOU from the centre of Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to Brussels, take it easy in one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Houston to Brussels, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Grab a Brussels International Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Brussels International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Houston to Brussels flight.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The centre of Brussels is around 40 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). After your flight from Houston to Brussels has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CRL. Settle in and get cosy after your Houston to Brussels flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
March is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Brussels, while September is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Brussels based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Houston to Brussels tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap flights from Houston to Brussels around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Brussels right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Brussels:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Grand-Place of Brussels, Atomium and Royal Palace of Brussels are attractions you won't want to skip in Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Brussels. Around 48 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including Musée de la Photographie, BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Belgium, head for Liege, roughly 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Saint Paul's Cathedral of Liège, Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse are the start of reasons to visit.