Flying from Atlanta to Brussels: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Atlanta to Brussels taking off from here.
When planning your arrival in Brussels, Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the primary gateways.
The average time for a direct Atlanta to Brussels flight is 8 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Atlanta.
To ensure you don't miss your Atlanta to Brussels flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Brussels
Lock in cheap Atlanta to Brussels flights by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Atlanta to Brussels. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Atlanta to Brussels, you can leave from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Get from ATL to Brussels Airport (BRU) in one seamless trip.
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct Atlanta to Brussels plane tickets leaving from ATL.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for Atlanta to Brussels flights leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Atlanta to Brussels? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
76.64% of flights that leave from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reach their destination on time.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is approximately 11 kms (7 miles). It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Atlanta to Brussels, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Grab a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead of your Atlanta to Brussels flight.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
After your flight from Atlanta to Brussels has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CRL. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Atlanta to Brussels:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make picking up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CRL can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Brussels
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Atlanta to Brussels. July is the most popular month to travel to Brussels. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Atlanta to Brussels ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap flights from Atlanta to Brussels in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Atlanta to Brussels, check out our range of hotels including:
Grand Place and Atomium are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Brussels to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Belgium just waiting to be explored. About 30 miles south of Brussels, a trip to Charleroi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 55 miles east of Brussels. No journey is complete without experiencing Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.
