Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport.
Brussels is one hour behind Athens and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are nine Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flights. To jet off early, go for the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:30 with Ryanair.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ATH to CRL flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Brussels (and maybe even some other great parts of Belgium!). Browse the direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating ATH to CRL flights. A reliable 82.05% of its departures on this route land on time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and CRL:
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Verona Villafranca Airport
Chania International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
$39 is the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight. Return flights start at $103. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from ATH to CRL, book your trip seven months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to ATH:
Arriving at Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Book a hotel near CRL if you're taking a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to central Brussels
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to central Brussels has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Brussels based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to CRL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Belgium waiting to be discovered. About 48 kilometres south of Brussels, a visit to Charleroi will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Around 88 kilometres east of Brussels, Liege is another essential stop in Belgium. No visit is complete without checking out Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.
