Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Brussels: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels.
Brussels is 1 hour behind Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Brussels operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Brussels Airport (BRU). Take your pick of 38 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ATH to BRU is the 07:00 SKY express option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 20:50 with Brussels Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from ATH to Brussels.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can get a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels. Begin your trip at ATH and land at Brussels Airport (BRU).
You'll have your choice of airlines operating direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels. Get on board with any of these:
We make it easy to plan a flight from ATH to Brussels with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
You won't need a visa for Belgium if you hold a passport from Greece and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
ATH is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 37 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 59 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Brussels
$61 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $135. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from ATH to Brussels by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 39 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Once you've hopped off your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels, it'll take you around 56 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near CRL. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from ATH to Brussels at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Brussels, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from ATH to Brussels sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Brussels right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are popular attractions which should feature on any good Brussels itinerary.
Complete your Brussels trip with a car rental
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