Travelling from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Brussels: what you need to know
Brussels is six hours behind Hanoi, where Noi Bai International Airport is located. Brussels observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your HAN to Brussels flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from HAN to Brussels with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Travelling from central Hanoi to HAN takes around 1 hour 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 miles in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel close to HAN? If you're catching an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Brussels, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights leaving Noi Bai International Airport, 75.32% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Brussels
£208 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Brussels flight. A return plane ticket starts from £534. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from HAN to Brussels if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Noi Bai International Airport to Brussels is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and pick up an awesome deal.
Locking in a cheap flight from HAN to Brussels is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Brussels by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 9 miles from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to BRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Brussels. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks before your flight from HAN to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Central Brussels is around 35 miles from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Once your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Brussels has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near CRL. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your HAN to Brussels flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CRL can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Brussels
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Brussels. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Brussels in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Noi Bai International Airport to Brussels plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HAN to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Brussels right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Brussels:
Atomium and Grand Place are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Brussels travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Brussels. Around 70 miles away to the west, its best attractions include Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
Verviers is another favourite destination in Belgium and is around 70 miles east of Brussels. No trip is complete without visiting Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.