Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Brussels: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 36 minutes.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is 1 hour behind Helsinki.
With 23 weekly flights between the two airports, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Brussels Airport (BRU) is the busiest route. Finnair operates the earliest flight at 07:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from HEL to BRU is with Finnair at 21:00.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from HEL to Brussels.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels. Start your journey at HEL and touch down at Brussels Airport (BRU).
Take to the skies with Finnair. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels.
We make it simple to find a flight from HEL to Brussels with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK)
Billund Airport (BLL)
You can enter Belgium for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Finland. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 29 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 44 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Brussels
22 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 53 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from HEL to Brussels by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from HEL to Brussels is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 39 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to BRU if you have a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
As soon as your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 56 minutes by car. Central Brussels is approximately 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 37 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from HEL to Brussels:
Best time to go to Brussels
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels. July is the most popular month to visit Brussels. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from HEL to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
After locking in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Brussels itinerary.
Complete your Brussels trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Brussels and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels.