Travelling from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Brussels: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dubai International Airport to Brussels and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 35 minutes.
Brussels is three hours behind Dubai, where Dubai International Airport is located. Brussels runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Brussels Airport (BRU). You can select from 14 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to BRU is the 08:20 Emirates service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 14:20 with Emirates.
Leave plenty of time to make your DXB to Brussels flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Direct Dubai International Airport to Brussels tickets are available for booking. Brussels Airport (BRU) will be where your journey ends.
Book your seat with Emirates. This airline operates direct flights from Dubai International Airport to Brussels.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from DXB to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai International Airport to Brussels, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
71% of flights leaving from Dubai International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Brussels
ج.م. 8,953 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai International Airport to Brussels flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ج.م. 18,560. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from DXB to Brussels by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Dubai International Airport to Brussels tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DXB to Brussels by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dubai International Airport to Brussels by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Dubai International Airport to Brussels, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Booking your vehicle from Brussels Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from DXB to Brussels can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The centre of Brussels is about 56 kilometres from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). Once your flight from Dubai International Airport to Brussels has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near CRL. Unwind and get cosy after your DXB to Brussels flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
December is the quietest month for flights from Dubai International Airport to Brussels, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Brussels based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Dubai International Airport to Brussels plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai International Airport to Brussels, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Atomium, Grand Place and Royal Palace of Brussels are attractions you won't want to skip in Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
You've seen Brussels, now it's time to discover more of Belgium. Travel around 113 kilometres west to Ostend to check off its top sights. From Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul to The Crystal Ship and Mu.ZEE, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 113 kilometres east of Brussels, Verviers is another essential stop in Belgium. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Hôtel communal ou Ancienne Halle - Monument classé, Musée d'Archéologie et du Folklore and Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Ceramique.
