Flying from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll catch your flight from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the main airports in Brussels.
Around 8 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
Washington DC is five hours behind Brussels. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC, which is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the busiest route, with 9 direct services every week. You can travel from BRU to IAD on United Airlines's 10:15am flight.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to IAD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU).
You can travel on a direct flight from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport with United Airlines. This well-known airline operates departures from BRU.
Most travellers prefer to fly with United Airlines between BRU and IAD.
Brussels Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 80.33% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Brussels to IAD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Brussels Airport (BRU). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
71.97% of flights departing from Brussels Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Split up your flight from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and IAD are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
CRL is about 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Brussels to IAD flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance of 71.71%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Reserve a hotel near IAD if you have a late flight from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and see more of Washington DC and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
The centre of Washington DC is about 40 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
At the moment, $672 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $518. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Brussels to IAD, book your ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Washington DC. July is when most people book flights from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Brussels to IAD flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Washington DC right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Washington Dulles International Airport:
Smithsonian and Lincoln Memorial are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Washington DC to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The White House.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Washington DC. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.