Traveling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Brussels: what you need to know
Approximately 6 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is 3 hours behind Abu Dhabi, where Abu Dhabi International Airport is located.
With 10 flights a week between the two airports, Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Brussels Airport (BRU) is the busiest route. Hop on Etihad Airways's 02:25 flight to get your journey from AUH to BRU underway.
To ensure you catch your flight from AUH to Brussels, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can catch a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels that arrives at Brussels Airport (BRU).
Etihad Airways is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from AUH to Brussels that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You don't need a visa for Belgium if you have a passport from United Arab Emirates and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your flight tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
AUH is about 32 kilometers from central Abu Dhabi. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Have an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to AUH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Brussels
AED 311 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels. A return flight starts from AED 724. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from AUH to Brussels by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 14 kilometers from the center of Brussels. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 39 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near BRU if you have a late flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is roughly 56 kilometers from the center of Brussels. Once you've hopped off your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels, it'll take you around 56 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from AUH to Brussels:
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Brussels, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Book your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from AUH to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brussels right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Brussels:
Grand Place and Atomium are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Brussels travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Manneken Pis.
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