Flying from Brussels to Douala International Airport (DLA): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Brussels. Brussels Airport (BRU) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Douala International Airport (DLA) departing from here.
6 hours 55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Brussels to Douala International Airport flight.
Douala International Airport is located in Douala. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels.
You can choose from 7 direct services each week between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Douala International Airport (DLA). This is the most popular route, with Brussels Airlines offering a 11:30am departure from BRU to DLA.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Brussels to DLA.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Brussels to Douala International Airport (DLA) take off from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Brussels to Douala International Airport with Brussels Airlines. This top carrier operates services from BRU.
Brussels Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from BRU to DLA.
Among carriers on this route, Brussels Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Brussels to DLA that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BRU and DLA include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
BRU is around 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Douala International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
75% of flights leaving from Brussels Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Brussels to DLA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Brussels South Charleroi Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
78% of flights taking off from Brussels South Charleroi Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Douala International Airport (DLA)
Book a hotel near DLA if you have a late flight from Brussels to Douala International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Douala International Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Douala. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Douala International Airport (DLA)
Right now, $471 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Douala International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $903. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Brussels to DLA, book your ticket six months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the best month for landing cheap Brussels to Douala International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Brussels to DLA.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Brussels to Douala International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Douala International Airport (DLA)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Douala. November is when most people book flights from Brussels to Douala International Airport (DLA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Brussels to DLA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Douala, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Douala International Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC.
More about Douala
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Douala right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Brussels to Douala International Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, ILE DE MANOKA and La Nouvelle Liberte are must-visits when exploring Douala.
Explore more of Cameroon
You've done Douala, now it's time to discover more of Cameroon. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Yaounde to tick off its top sights. From Mvog-Betsi Botanical Zoological Garden to Mont MESSEBE and Independence Square, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 225 kilometres north of Douala, Bamenda is another favourite stop in Cameroon. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St Joseph's Metropolitan Cathedral, Universal Amusement PARK and Sisia Waterfalls.