Flying from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Frankfurt. Explore your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport (BRU).
Around 1 hour 3 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt. Brussels Airport is located in Brussels.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Brussels Airport (BRU) is the most popular route. There are 72 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Brussels Airlines at 21:35. Go for the first FRA to BRU departure operated by Lufthansa at 06:55 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Frankfurt to BRU won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport (BRU) departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
You can travel on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport with Lufthansa. This popular carrier operates services from FRA.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Frankfurt to BRU with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between FRA and BRU include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The distance from central Frankfurt to FRA is around 14 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a handy hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Prefer to leave from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)? You can reserve a direct flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport (BRU) from this popular hub.
From HHN, direct flights from Frankfurt to BRU are offered by Lufthansa.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport, check out these options when leaving from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours and 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Frankfurt to BRU, kick back in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
About Brussels Airport (BRU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Brussels. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 39 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport is 68 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 126 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Frankfurt to BRU, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to BRU couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price drops.
Customise your trip using filters. Choose the duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport (BRU)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Brussels, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Schedule your flight from Frankfurt to BRU for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Brussels to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Brussels is to visit its top sights. Highlights include Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis.
Complete your Brussels trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Brussels and explore at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Frankfurt to Brussels Airport.