Travelling from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to New York Newark Airport (EWR): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Brussels International Airport to New York Newark Airport.
New York's timezone is UTC-5, which makes New York six hours behind Brussels.
Each week, there are seven Brussels International Airport to New York Newark Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, pick the 08:35 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 11:55 with United Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your BRU to EWR flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into New York (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a cinch with United. This popular carrier has direct flights from Brussels International Airport to New York Newark Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is United.
United is the most punctual carrier operating BRU to EWR flights, with 70.42% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brussels International Airport to New York Newark Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BRU and EWR:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
Handy information about Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Of the departures from Brussels International Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Brussels International Airport from central Brussels, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Brussels International Airport to New York Newark Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BRU:
Arriving at New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Brussels International Airport to New York Newark Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a New York Newark Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond New York's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New York Newark Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to central New York
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York Newark Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central New York. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
December is the busiest month for flights from Brussels International Airport to New York Newark Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to New York in September.
Book your flight from Brussels International Airport to New York Newark Airport for July if you want to go to New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BRU to EWR in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another essential stop in the United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.





