Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Brussels: what you need to know
Stansted Airport is located in London. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is one hour ahead of London.
Give yourself enough time to catch your STN to Brussels flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from STN to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
The journey from central London to STN takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to STN? If you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Brussels, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Stansted Airport, 64.73% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Brussels
$91 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Brussels flight. Return flight tickets start from $150. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from STN to Brussels if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Stansted Airport to Brussels ticket.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel close to BRU if you have a late flight from Stansted Airport to Brussels. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from STN to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
After your flight from Stansted Airport to Brussels has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to CRL. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your STN to Brussels flight at any of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Brussels. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Brussels in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Stansted Airport to Brussels flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from STN to Brussels around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Stansted Airport to Brussels, check out our range of hotels including:
Atomium and Grand Place are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Brussels itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be explored after you've seen Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
Around 113 kilometres east of Brussels, Verviers is another essential stop in Belgium. Experience major highlights starting with Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.