Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Brussels International Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Brussels International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 40 minutes.
Brussels is six hours ahead of Washington DC and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are nine Washington Dulles Airport to Brussels International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, take the 17:35 Brussels Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:50 with United Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your IAD to BRU flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Brussels (and then discovering more of Belgium!) is a cinch with United. This popular carrier has direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Brussels International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is United.
Among carriers operating IAD to BRU flights, Brussels Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Brussels International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAD and BRU:
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Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights leaving from Washington Dulles Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Brussels International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Brussels International Airport (BRU)
If you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Brussels International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Brussels International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Brussels International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Brussels International Airport (BRU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Brussels International Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Brussels. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Brussels International Airport for August if you want to go to Brussels during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to BRU in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Brussels. Around 48 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Musée de la Photographie, BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without experiencing Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral), Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse.