Brussels Airport Departures (BRU)

Flight Departures at Brussels Airport

Before leaving your transportation vehicle at Brussels Airport, ensure you have all your personal items.

Also, passengers should get to the Airport at least two hours before their flight unless the airline tells them otherwise.

The distance between Downtown and the Airport is about 12 kilometers or approximately 20 minutes by car.

Parking at Brussels Airport

Airports are often a traveler's first and last impression of a city. And though airport parking can be expensive, having a secure place to leave your car is essential.

Most airports offer various parking services, from long-term to short-term to valet. In the parking lots at Brussels Airport, there are enough spots. But, depending on the day, some places can fill up quickly.

When taking your car to the Airport, please give yourself plenty of time. At the facility, you can pay with cash or a credit card. It's always open. See more information about short and long term parking at Brussels Airport.

Transfer Services at Brussels Airport

People with outbound flights can get to the Airport by renting a car, taking a taxi, using a rideshare service, taking a shuttle, or taking a shuttle bus.

Rental Car Services at Brussels Airport

When you're ready to give the rented car back to the car rental center, you should take out all of your personal items first. See all rental car companies at Brussels Airport.

• When you return the car, give yourself plenty of time to get there. Call the rental company if you don't know where to go.
• When renting a car, customers must always follow the rental company's Terms and Conditions.
• Call the rental car company if you lost or found something inside the car.
• If you think you lost something near the rental office, don't be afraid to call the Lost and Found Office. Phone: +32 2753 7753.

Ride Shares at Brussels Airport

Rideshares drop off passengers at the designated area in front of the terminal building.

• Riders can book rideshare by getting the company's app on their phones and talking with their driver directly.
• They can also ask for a ride a few days before their flight, which will save them trouble.
• For more safety, ridesharing apps should let users check the faces, license plates, and colors of drivers to make sure they are who they say they are.

Taxis at Brussels Airport

From Downtown, a one-way fare should be around 50 Euros or less, depending on where you're going.

If you are going outside the city, please ask your driver how much it will cost. For good service, it is common to tip the driver 15–20 percent of the fare. More information about taxis at Brussels Airport.

Keep track of the taxi company, vehicle number, and driver's name when going to the Airport, just in case you leave something behind.

Trains at Brussels Airport

You can arrive at this Airport via train. Please ask for assistance if you have difficulty looking for your transportation. Additional information about train services at Brussels Airport.

Buses at Brussels Airport

Public buses drop passengers at the Ground Transportation Center in front of the airport terminal. Further information about buses to and from Brussels Airport.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Brussels Airport

Many hotels in Brussels may provide an Airport shuttle service. Passengers should confirm this with their respective hotels. Shuttles drop passengers at the Ground Transportation Center in front of the terminal.

Other Services at Brussels Airport

Wi-Fi at Brussels Airport

Avail of the free Wi-Fi service at Brussels Airport.

ATMs at Brussels Airport

In the Departures Hall, there are several ATMs. The machine takes American Express, Mastercard, Visa, and Discover. There may be a fee.

Currency Exchange at Brussels Airport

Please confirm with the Information Desk if the service is available at the Airport.

Nursing Stations at Brussels Airport

At Brussels Airport, there are no special places for nursing mothers or families traveling with children. If a nursing mother needs some privacy, she can ask for help at the Airport Information Desk.

Restrooms at Brussels Airport

There are both regular and accessible bathrooms all over the Airport.

Food and Beverages at Brussels Airport

There are several places to buy food and drinks all over the airport terminals. Most food stands are open at different times.

Shopping at Brussels Airport

Passengers can do some last-minute shopping before departure from this facility.

Smoking at Brussels Airport

Usually, you can only smoke in certain places outside the terminals. Please always follow the rules about smoking in the building. There is no place to smoke inside the terminal building at Brussels Airport.

Lost and Found Section at Brussels Airport

You could call the Lost and Found Section at +32 2753 7753 if you lost something in any other part of the Airport, such as the security checkpoints or shuttle buses.

Ticketing Services at Brussels Airport

Each airline has its own hours, but in general, ticket counters open two hours before a flight leaves, even if it leaves early in the morning.

Call the airline directly to find out about prices, how to buy tickets, and flight times. Also, think about the benefits of making a flight reservation ahead of time.

On your airline's website, passengers or their agents can find out everything they need to know and buy tickets.

Airport Information Desk at Brussels Airport

The Airport Information Desk can help you obtain valuable guidelines on flights, facilities, and travel options in and around the Airport.

Contact the Airport Information Desk for prompt assistance, or call them at +32 2753 7753.

Pet Relief at Brussels Airport

Please approach any ground personnel for directions to the pet relief area. Before flying with your pet out of Belgium, please check any restrictions or special rules with the airline.

• You should also check to see if there are any health certificates, documents, or quarantine rules.
• When pets are allowed, they must be in strong containers (kennels) that won't break and won't let them get away.
• Pet owners must follow the rules about how their pets can move around in enclosed public spaces.
• Your airline can give you all the information you need about the documents you need for your pet.

Disabled Passengers at Brussels Airport

Call +32 2753 5353 if you are a traveler with a disability or medical needs and have questions about airport rules or procedures at security checkpoints.

When they need carts, wheelchairs, or medical transportation, they can let the airline, travel agent, ticketing agent, flight attendant, or gate agent know.

Lastly, people who need special help are told to get to the Airport an hour earlier than usual. It will give people time to make plans and prevent long lines at the security gates.