Travelling from New York to Brussels: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from New York to Brussels, there's a range of airports to depart from. New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are some of New York's main terminals.
Brussels International Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's major entry points.
The average length of a direct New York to Brussels flight is 7 hours 20 minutes.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Brussels six hours ahead of New York.
With six flights a week between the two airports, New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Brussels International Airport (BRU) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from New York to Brussels with Brussels Airlines at 18:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from JFK to BRU is with Delta Air Lines at 20:35.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your New York to Brussels flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Brussels
To snag cheap New York to Brussels flights, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from New York to Brussels is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
You can get a direct flight from New York to Brussels leaving from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). Start your trip at JFK and touch down at Brussels International Airport (BRU).
Look out for deals with Brussels Airlines. This carrier offers direct New York to Brussels plane tickets from JFK.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your New York to Brussels flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Brussels? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy Airport:
Of all flights departing from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
You can take a direct flight from New York to Brussels departing from New York Newark Airport (EWR). Kick off your travels at EWR and disembark at Brussels International Airport (BRU).
Book your direct New York to Brussels plane ticket with United Airlines. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of EWR.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your New York to Brussels flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between New York Newark Airport and Brussels:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near New York Newark Airport the day before your flight from New York to Brussels:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, New York Newark Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Searching for a ticket from New York to Brussels with one or more stops can give you a bigger choice of departure times on top of cheaper fares. When departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to Brussels:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
The trip to LGA from the centre of New York is around 55 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Brussels flight:
Flights that depart from LGA land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Brussels International Airport (BRU) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It typically takes 20 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Brussels. Book one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Brussels International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Brussels International Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
As soon as your flight from New York to Brussels has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is approximately 40 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
After your flight from New York to Brussels, settle in at a hotel close to CRL. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long taxi line. Pick up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CRL will help you save.
Best time to go to Brussels
September is the most popular month for flights from New York to Brussels. To skip the crowds, head to Brussels in March.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your New York to Brussels ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap flights from New York to Brussels around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brussels right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Brussels:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Grand-Place of Brussels, Atomium and Royal Palace of Brussels are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Belgium just waiting to be discovered. Around 48 kilometres south of Brussels, a visit to Charleroi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Musée de la Photographie, BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier.
If you want to check out another side of Belgium, consider Liege, about 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Saint Paul's Cathedral of Liège, Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse are highlights.