Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, making Brussels ten hours behind Melbourne.
Your MEL to BRU flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Brussels Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MEL and BRU include:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
£330 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Brussels Airport flight. A return flight starts at £736. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to BRU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Brussels Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MEL to BRU.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Brussels Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 15 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Brussels Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're coming in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Brussels Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Travel at your own speed with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Brussels and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport to the centre of Brussels has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 9 miles away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Brussels Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Brussels based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Brussels Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to BRU in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen Brussels. Around 30 miles away to the south, check out popular attractions including Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Belgium, consider Liege, roughly 55 miles east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are highlights.