Flying from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 33 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Brussels, where Brussels Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with 78 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from BRU to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 19:00. Go for the first departure with Turkish Airlines at 07:15 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from BRU to Istanbul, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can catch a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul that arrives at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Be on the lookout for deals with Turkish Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Brussels Airport to Istanbul.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from BRU to Istanbul with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You don't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from Belgium and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before reserving your flight tickets from Brussels Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 39 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BRU:
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Istanbul
C$84 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$158. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BRU to Istanbul, book your journey 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Brussels Airport to Istanbul. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from BRU to Istanbul. You don't need to look every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Brussels Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 50 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you're taking a late flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 57 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from BRU to Istanbul:
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Brussels Airport to Istanbul in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from BRU to Istanbul sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are highlights which should be on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info on car rentals in Istanbul, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
