Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Brussels: what you need to know
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is eight hours 30 minutes behind Darwin, where Darwin International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your DRW to Brussels flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a plane ticket from DRW to Brussels, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Changi International Airport (SIN) is one of your options.
DRW is about 3 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near DRW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Brussels or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
73.13% of flights departing from Darwin International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Brussels
$1,251 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Brussels flight. Return flight tickets start from $2,867. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from DRW to Brussels if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Darwin International Airport to Brussels, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks before your flight from DRW to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The centre of Brussels is located around 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). After your flight from Darwin International Airport to Brussels has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your DRW to Brussels flight:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make collecting a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CRL will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Brussels
Before locking in your flights from Darwin International Airport to Brussels, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Brussels offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Darwin International Airport to Brussels plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from DRW to Brussels in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Darwin International Airport to Brussels, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Atomium, Grand Place and Manneken Pis are attractions you won't want to skip in Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Belgium waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres west of Brussels, a trip to Ostend will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
If you want to check out another corner of Belgium, consider Verviers, roughly 113 kilometres east of Brussels. Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle are key reasons to visit.