Travelling from Brussels to Philadelphia: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Brussels. Check out your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when searching for a flight from Brussels to Philadelphia.
Come in for landing at Philadelphia's chief entry point, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Philadelphia five hours behind Brussels.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Brussels to Philadelphia flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Philadelphia
To find cheap Brussels to Philadelphia flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Brussels to Philadelphia.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Brussels to Philadelphia flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Brussels Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 71.97% land on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Brussels to Philadelphia flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Philadelphia:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Brussels to Philadelphia, unwind in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
72% of flights departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is approximately 11 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Brussels to Philadelphia, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
The street address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is around 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from Brussels to Philadelphia has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at TTN can get you a lower rate.
Trenton-Mercer Airport can be found at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Brussels to Philadelphia. August is the busiest month to visit Philadelphia. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When booking your Brussels to Philadelphia tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Brussels to Philadelphia in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Philadelphia, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Philadelphia itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a trip to New York will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.