Travelling from Minneapolis to Brussels: what you need to know
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is Minneapolis's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Minneapolis to Brussels departing from here.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Brussels, Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the chief entry points.
Brussels is six hours ahead of Minneapolis and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Minneapolis to Brussels flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Brussels
To find cheap Minneapolis to Brussels flights, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Minneapolis to Brussels across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Minneapolis to Brussels flights leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kms (7 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Brussels? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
Of the departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% land on time at their destination.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is approximately 11 kms (7 miles). It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Minneapolis to Brussels. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
As soon as your flight from Minneapolis to Brussels has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
The trip will take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Minneapolis to Brussels, kick back at a hotel near CRL. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis to Brussels. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Brussels in January.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Minneapolis to Brussels ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Brussels around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Brussels, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are essential stops on your Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Brussels. Around 30 miles to the south, its top attractions include Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Belgium, head for Liege, roughly 55 miles east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are highlights.