Travelling from Brussels to Varna Airport (VAR): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Brussels. Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Varna Airport (VAR) departing from here.
The timezone in Varna is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Brussels. Varna Airport is located in Varna.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Brussels to VAR. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Brussels to VAR with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BRU and VAR include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
BRU is around 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Varna Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Brussels Airport:
75% of flights that take off from Brussels Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can book a direct Brussels to Varna Airport (VAR) plane ticket out of Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). Work out whether leaving from CRL works best for your plans.
Wizz Air offers direct flights from Brussels to VAR departing from CRL. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Wizz Air is the most popular choice for travellers flying from CRL to VAR.
Want to fly with a carrier that won't keep you waiting? Choose Wizz Air. 85.71% of its flights between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and Varna Airport touch down as planned.
CRL is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Brussels South Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to VAR flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
About Varna Airport (VAR)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Varna Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near VAR and get cosy, quick:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Brussels to Varna Airport flight.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport to central Varna is around 8 kilometres. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Varna Airport (VAR)
$43 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Varna Airport. A return flight starts from $87. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap flights from Brussels to VAR, book your plane ticket four months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Brussels to Varna Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Brussels to VAR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Brussels to Varna Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Varna Airport (VAR)
August is when most people book flights from Brussels to Varna Airport (VAR). Visit Varna in November if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Varna is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Brussels to VAR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Brussels to Varna Airport in January when temperatures are between -4ºC and 10ºC.
More about Varna
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Varna right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Varna Airport:
Your Varna trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Varna, now it's time to explore more of Bulgaria. Journey around 274 kilometres southwest to Plovdiv to tick off its popular sights. From Plovdiv Roman Theatre to Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 193 kilometres southwest of Varna, Stara Zagora is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Antique's mosaic, State Opera Stara Zagora and Stara Zagora Art Gallery.