Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Brussels: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Porto Airport to Brussels and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 36 minutes.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour ahead of Porto, where Porto Airport is located.
With 17 flights a week between the two airports, Porto Airport (OPO) to Brussels Airport (BRU) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 06:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from OPO to BRU is with Ryanair at 17:45.
For hassle-free travel, 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 OPO to Brussels.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Porto Airport to Brussels that touches down at Brussels Airport (BRU).
Get on board with Ryanair. This airline operates direct flights from Porto Airport to Brussels.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from OPO to Brussels. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (TNG)
If you have a passport from Portugal and plan to travel to Belgium for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Porto Airport to Brussels.
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Porto, OPO can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 49 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near OPO. Whether you have an early flight from Porto Airport to Brussels or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Brussels
C$34 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Porto Airport to Brussels. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$98. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OPO to Brussels.
The cheapest month for tickets from Porto Airport to Brussels is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Porto Airport to Brussels. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 21 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 39 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near BRU if you have a late flight from Porto Airport to Brussels. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
As soon as your flight from Porto Airport to Brussels has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 56 minutes by car. Central Brussels is approximately 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 37 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CRL. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from OPO to Brussels at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Brussels
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Porto Airport to Brussels. July is the busiest month to visit Brussels. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Porto Airport to Brussels, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from OPO to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Porto Airport to Brussels, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Brussels itinerary.
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