Flying from Douala Airport (DLA) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Douala and Brussels follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
To ensure you catch your DLA to BRU flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Douala Airport to Brussels Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between DLA and BRU:
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
Rs144,199 is the lowest price for a one-way Douala Airport to Brussels Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs214,817. These fares may change depending on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DLA to BRU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Douala Airport to Brussels Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DLA to BRU.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Douala Airport to Brussels Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)
Of all flights departing from Douala Airport, 53.91% land on time at their destination.
Douala Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Douala. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near DLA? If you're catching an early flight from Douala Airport to Brussels Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're landing on a late Douala Airport to Brussels Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near BRU:
Travel at your own speed with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and see more of Brussels and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport to the centre of Brussels has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Douala Airport to Brussels Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Brussels based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Douala Airport to Brussels Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DLA to BRU in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be explored once you've seen Brussels. Around 48 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
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.