Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels.
Manchester Airport is located in Manchester. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is one hour ahead of Manchester.
With 16 flights a week between the two airports, Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 06:05. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from MAN to CRL is with Ryanair at 20:30.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MAN to Brussels flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Manchester Airport to Brussels ticket. Begin your trip at MAN and land at Brussels Airport (BRU).
There's a good selection of airlines that operate direct flights from Manchester Airport to Brussels, such as:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from MAN to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Manchester to MAN takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near MAN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Manchester Airport, 65% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Brussels flight is ₹ 1,814. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 3,628. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from MAN to Brussels by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Manchester Airport to Brussels tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MAN to Brussels.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Central Brussels is around 56 kilometres from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). After your flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CRL. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MAN to Brussels flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving 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
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels. September is the busiest month for a trip to Brussels. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Manchester Airport to Brussels plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAN to Brussels in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Brussels right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Atomium, Grand Place and Royal Palace of Brussels are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be explored once you've seen Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, The Crystal Ship and Mu.ZEE.
Verviers is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without visiting Hôtel communal ou Ancienne Halle - Monument classé, Musée d'Archéologie et du Folklore and Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Ceramique.
