Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Helsinki.
Each week, there are 23 Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, take the 07:40 Finnair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 21:00 with Finnair.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to BRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Finnair has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Brussels — and maybe even more of Belgium if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Finnair on this route.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier operating HEL to BRU flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between HEL and BRU include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Riga International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport flight is ج.م. 4,639. A return fare right now is ج.م. 9,435. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HEL to BRU.
The cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HEL to BRU.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights that depart Helsinki-Vantaa Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near HEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BRU if you're on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Brussels Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
From Brussels Airport, Brussels is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Brussels based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels Airport for August if you want to explore Brussels during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to BRU in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Belgium
You've visited Brussels, now it's time to discover other corners of Belgium. Journey around 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to check off its leading attractions. From Parc Gobbe to Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 88 kilometres east of Brussels, Liege is another favourite stop in Belgium. Start your sightseeing at Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.
