Flying from Brussels to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Brussels has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Frankfurt departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Step off your plane in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Brussels to Frankfurt flight.
Brussels and Frankfurt share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 45 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Brussels to Frankfurt is with Brussels Airlines at 19:45. Choose the first BRU to FRA departure operated by Brussels Airlines at 06:45 to make the most of your first day in Frankfurt.
Give yourself enough time to make your Brussels to Frankfurt flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Frankfurt
Score cheap Brussels to Frankfurt flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Brussels to Frankfurt is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Frankfurt taking off from Brussels Airport (BRU). Start your trip at BRU and touch down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Brussels Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Brussels to Frankfurt plane tickets leaving from BRU.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Brussels to Frankfurt flights leaving from Brussels Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Brussels Airport's on-time performance, 71.97% of flights complete their journey on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Brussels to Frankfurt flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Frankfurt:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
CRL is about 40 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt:
72% of flights leaving Brussels S. Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Frankfurt. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your Brussels to Frankfurt flight.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. After your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Score the best price by booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt. April is the busiest month to visit Frankfurt. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Brussels to Frankfurt tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Frankfurt.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.