Flying from Brussels to Ivalo Airport (IVL): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Brussels to Ivalo Airport (IVL). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the main airports in Brussels.
Ivalo is two hours ahead of Brussels. Ivalo Airport is located in Ivalo, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Brussels to IVL, allow 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 standard rule.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Brussels to IVL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Brussels Airport (BRU). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Brussels to Ivalo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Brussels Airport:
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 71.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Break up your flight from Brussels to Ivalo Airport with a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). A major connection between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and IVL, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
You can get to CRL from the centre of Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to IVL flight:
71.71% of flights leaving Brussels S. Charleroi Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Ivalo Airport (IVL)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Ivalo Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near IVL and hit the pillow fast:
Go where the road takes you with an Ivalo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience more of Ivalo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks before your Brussels to Ivalo Airport flight.
Getting from Ivalo Airport (IVL) to central Ivalo
Central Ivalo is around 8 kilometres from Ivalo Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Ivalo Airport (IVL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Ivalo Airport is Rs44,359. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs55,029. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Brussels to IVL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Brussels to Ivalo Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Ivalo Airport (IVL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Ivalo. March is when most people book flights from Brussels to Ivalo Airport (IVL), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Ivalo is July, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC and 22ºC. Book your Brussels to IVL flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Ivalo Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -5ºC.
More about Ivalo
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Ivalo Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ivalo:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Koirapuisto, Näverniemen Lomakylä and Alko Ivalo are highlights which should be on any good Ivalo itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
Rovaniemi is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Ivalo. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Santa Claus Village - Christmas House, Santa Claus Village and Christmas Reindeer.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Finland, consider Kemijärvi, roughly 209 kilometres south of Ivalo. Pöyliövaara nature trail, Havumetsän Huskyt and Kemijärvi Snowmobile and Sawmill Museum are key reasons to visit.