Travelling from Paris to Brussels: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Paris to Brussels, there's a nice selection of airports you can jet off from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are among Paris's main options.
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's primary gateways.
The average time for a direct Paris to Brussels flight is 1 hour.
Paris and Brussels are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
The busiest route for flights from Paris to Brussels is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels Airport (BRU). You can select from 18 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to BRU is the 08:30 Brussels Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last available departure is at 10:30 with RwandAir.
To ensure you make your Paris to Brussels flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Brussels
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Paris to Brussels flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Jet off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Brussels. From CDG, you can fly directly into Brussels Airport (BRU).
Brussels Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Paris to Brussels plane tickets leaving from CDG.
We make it easy to book a Paris to Brussels flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Paris to Brussels or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% land on time at their destination.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Brussels flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Paris Orly Airport and Brussels:
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
You can get to ORY from the centre of Paris in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Paris to Brussels, kick back in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.56%.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Lock in a ticket from Paris to Brussels out of Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between BVA and Brussels include:
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
BVA is around 72 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Paris to Brussels flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At BVA, that rate is 66.39%.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to Brussels. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Explore without limits with a Brussels Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and venture far and wide through Brussels and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. After your flight from Paris to Brussels, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Paris to Brussels, settle in at a hotel near CRL. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month for flights from Paris to Brussels. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Brussels in January.
Before locking in your Paris to Brussels tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Paris to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Paris to Brussels, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are top attractions which should be on every Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Brussels. Around 48 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Around 88 kilometres east of Brussels, Liege is another essential stop in Belgium. Start your sightseeing at Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.