Travelling from Brussels to Valencia Airport (VLC): What you need to know
Brussels is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Valencia Airport (VLC) flying out of Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Brussels to Valencia Airport flight.
Valencia Airport is located in Valencia. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Brussels.
The busiest route is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Valencia Airport (VLC), with 14 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from BRU to VLC is the 8:20am Brussels Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 9:25pm with Vueling.
To ensure you catch your flight from Brussels to VLC, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Brussels to Valencia Airport (VLC) operate out of this terminal.
You'll have your choice of airlines operating direct flights from Brussels to Valencia Airport leaving from BRU. Head off on your trip with any of these:
The most frequently booked airline between BRU and VLC is Brussels Airlines.
With 72.5% of its services landing on schedule, Brussels Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Valencia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Brussels Airport:
71.97% of flights that depart Brussels Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Consider starting your journey from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). You can book a direct Brussels to Valencia Airport (VLC) flight ticket from this hub.
Get on your direct flight from Brussels to VLC with Ryanair. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of CRL.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for travellers flying from CRL to VLC.
The most reliable carrier is Ryanair. Its Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Valencia Airport flights arrive as planned 78.87% of the time.
You can arrive at CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Brussels to VLC flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71.71%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Valencia Airport (VLC)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Valencia Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near VLC and get cosy, quick:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Valencia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Click and Rent to explore Valencia and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Brussels to Valencia Airport flight.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Valencia. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Valencia Airport (VLC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Valencia Airport is $45. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $98. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to VLC, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Valencia Airport (VLC)
July is when most people book flights from Brussels to Valencia Airport (VLC). Plan your visit to Valencia in April for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Brussels to VLC flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Valencia to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Valencia Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Valencia
After booking your flight from Brussels to Valencia Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Valencia:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Valencia when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at City of Arts and Sciences followed by Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Barrio del Carmen.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Valencia. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Spain, head for Cuenca, roughly 153 kilometres north-west of Valencia. Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca are key highlights.