Flying from Paris to Brussels: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Paris to Brussels, there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) are some of Paris's main terminals.
Brussels International Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's primary gateways.
Hop on a direct Paris to Brussels flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Paris.
With 17 weekly flights between the two airports, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels International Airport (BRU) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Paris to Brussels with Brussels Airlines at 08:30. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from CDG to BRU is with Brussels Airlines at 10:15.
To ensure you catch your Paris to Brussels flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Brussels
Score cheap Paris to Brussels flights by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for March. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Paris to Brussels. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Paris to Brussels, you can leave from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Get from CDG to Brussels International Airport (BRU) in one seamless journey.
Lock in your Paris to Brussels plane tickets with Brussels Airlines. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from CDG.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Paris to Brussels flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
CDG is around 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Paris to Brussels, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Brussels flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Paris Orly Airport and Brussels:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Nice Airport (NCE)
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
You can get to ORY from the centre of Paris in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Brussels:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Booking a ticket from Paris to Brussels with one or more stops can offer you a bigger choice of departure times and access to better fares. When jetting off from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on your way to Brussels:
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Prague Airport (PRG)
The journey time to BVA from central Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Paris Beauvais Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Paris to Brussels flight:
Flights that leave from BVA reach their destination as scheduled 71% of the time.
The street address of Paris Beauvais Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Brussels International Airport (BRU) to central Brussels takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to Brussels. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Brussels International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Brussels and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Brussels International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Once you've hopped off your flight from Paris to Brussels, it takes approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
After your flight from Paris to Brussels, settle in at a hotel close to CRL. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make picking up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get the lowest price by booking 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
September is the most popular month for flights from Paris to Brussels. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Brussels in March.
Before locking in your Paris to Brussels tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Paris to Brussels in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Brussels, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Grand-Place of Brussels, Atomium and Royal Palace of Brussels are top attractions which should feature on any good Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
You've done Brussels, now it's time to explore other corners of Belgium. Travel around 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to check off its top sights. From Musée de la Photographie to BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 88 kilometres east of Brussels, Liege is another essential stop in Belgium. Experience major highlights starting with Saint Paul's Cathedral of Liège, Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse.