Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Porto.
Flights from OPO to CRL start at 06:30 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 18:30 with Ryanair. Overall, there are 12 weekly Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your OPO to CRL flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Getting to Brussels (and then exploring more of Belgium!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
With 78.1% of services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating OPO to CRL flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between OPO and CRL:
Madrid Airport
Malaga Airport
Bologna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
$46 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight. Return flights start at $90. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OPO to CRL.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to Porto Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Porto to Porto Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to OPO? If you're catching an early flight from Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Consider booking a hotel close to CRL if you have a late Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Reserving your ride from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Brussels in March.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Porto Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from OPO to CRL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Belgium
You've done Brussels, now it's time to discover more of Belgium. Journey about 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to check off its top sights. From Musée de la Photographie to BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 88 kilometres east of Brussels, Liege is another essential stop in Belgium. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral), Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse.
