Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 24 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels.
Manchester Airport is located in Manchester. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is 1 hour ahead of Manchester.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is the most popular route, with 81 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from MAN to CRL is with Ryanair at 19:50. Choose the first departure operated by Ryanair at 05:55 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from MAN to Brussels.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels that lands at Brussels Airport (BRU).
Well-known airlines that offer direct flights from Manchester Airport to Brussels include:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from MAN to Brussels. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
You can travel to Belgium for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before booking your flight tickets from Manchester Airport to Brussels, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
MAN is around 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MAN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Brussels
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Brussels is C$28. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$55. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAN to Brussels.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Manchester Airport to Brussels. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from MAN to Brussels is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manchester Airport to Brussels.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 39 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Central Brussels is around 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). As soon as your flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 56 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CRL. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from MAN to Brussels:
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Brussels, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Brussels in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from MAN to Brussels sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are major attractions which should be on every Brussels itinerary.
Complete your Brussels trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Manchester Airport to Brussels to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Brussels, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.