Flying from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST): what you need to know
Get your travels underway at Brussels Airport (BRU), the main airport in Brussels. Look for flights from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST) that depart from this terminal.
Ostend (where Ostend-Bruges International Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Brussels to OST. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from central Brussels to BRU is approximately 14 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can get to CRL from the centre of Brussels in approximately 56 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not spend another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to OST:
About Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OST instead:
Getting from Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST) to central Ostend
Ostend-Bruges International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Ostend. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 10 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport is C$184. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$381. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to get flight tickets from Brussels to OST. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a larger selection of flight times and dates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
February is the quietest time to travel to Ostend. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport.
When booking your flight from Brussels to OST, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ostend, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 23ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ostend
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Ostend right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark are top attractions which should feature on every Ostend itinerary.
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