Travelling from Seoul to Brussels: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Seoul to Brussels. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the main airports in Seoul.
Step off your plane in Brussels at Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is eight hours behind Seoul.
Leave enough time to get on your Seoul to Brussels flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like 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 Seoul to Brussels
To find cheap Seoul to Brussels flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Brussels is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Seoul to Brussels flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Incheon International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
ICN is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Seoul to Brussels? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Incheon International Airport:
54.5% of flights that leave from Incheon International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Think about adding a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's a popular stopover on a Seoul to Brussels flight departing Gimpo International Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a quick break to grab a bite to eat at the airport.
GMP is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Plan ahead to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Seoul to Brussels, unwind in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near BRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Brussels. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Brussels and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead of your Seoul to Brussels flight.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Once you've disembarked your flight from Seoul to Brussels, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to CRL. Kick back after your Seoul to Brussels flight at any of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
January is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Brussels, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Brussels based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Seoul to Brussels ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Brussels around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Brussels, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are must-do's during your Brussels adventure.
Explore more of Belgium
You've seen Brussels, now it's time to explore more of Belgium. Travel about 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to check off its top attractions. From Parc Gobbe to Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny, your itinerary will be busy.
Liege is another sought-after destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without experiencing Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.
