Flying from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know
Brussels has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) taking off from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Take off on a direct Brussels to Frankfurt Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt.
The busiest route is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), with 45 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from BRU to FRA is the 6:45am Brussels Airlines option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 7:45pm with Brussels Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Brussels to FRA, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU).
Book your direct flight from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport with Brussels Airlines. This leading airline offers services from BRU.
The top choice among passengers flying between BRU and FRA is Brussels Airlines.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Lufthansa. Its services arrive as scheduled 67.99% of the time.
BRU is about 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, 71.97% of flights complete their journey on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport, check out these options when taking off from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Wroclaw Airport (WRO)
CRL is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to FRA flight:
71.71% of flights departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near FRA and get cosy, quick:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Brussels to Frankfurt Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Central Frankfurt is around 11 kilometres from Frankfurt Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Right now, Rs18,821 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs50,093. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to FRA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Brussels to Frankfurt Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
Never miss a deal on flight tickets from Brussels to FRA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find an affordable flight from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Frankfurt. July is when most people book flights from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Brussels to FRA flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt Airport:
Your trip to Frankfurt wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Frankfurt Christmas Market, Frankfurt Book Fair and Holocaust Memorial.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include PACT Zollverein, Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen and Philharmonie Essen.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Germany, head for Stuttgart, roughly 145 kilometres south of Frankfurt. Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz are among its highlights.