Travelling from Brussels to Dresden International Airport (DRS): What you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Dresden International Airport (DRS) heading out from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Dresden (where Dresden International Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to DRS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Brussels to DRS departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Dresden International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, 71.97% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Brussels to Dresden International Airport (DRS) departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport.
CRL is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Brussels to DRS flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71.71%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
About Dresden International Airport (DRS)
If you have a late flight from Brussels to Dresden International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DRS:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dresden International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and see more of Dresden and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Brussels to Dresden International Airport flight.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
The centre of Dresden is about 10 kilometres from Dresden International Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Right now, C$192 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Dresden International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$313. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Brussels to DRS. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Brussels to Dresden International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Brussels to DRS.
Lock in a cheap flight from Brussels to Dresden International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Dresden. July is when most people book flights from Brussels to Dresden International Airport (DRS), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Brussels to DRS flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Dresden International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dresden
Start your Dresden trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Dresden International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Dresden Christmas Market and Zwinger are just two of the big attractions to put on your Dresden to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Dresden Elbe Valley.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Dresden, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Travel around 153 kilometres north to Berlin to check off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 97 kilometres west of Dresden, Leipzig is another favourite stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Holocaust Memorial, Oper Leipzig and Museum of Fine Arts.