Traveling from Denver to Brussels: what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Denver. Denver International Airport (DEN) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Denver to Brussels jetting off from here.
Step off your plane in Brussels at Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, making Brussels seven hours ahead of Denver.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Denver to Brussels flight.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to Brussels
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Denver to Brussels flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Denver to Brussels.
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Flying from Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
We make it simple to book a Denver to Brussels flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Denver International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 19 miles from central Denver, DEN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Denver to Brussels, consider Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. It's a quick drive from Denver International Airport.
80.23% of flights departing from Denver International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from DEN.
The address for DEN is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is approximately 7 miles from the center of Brussels. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Denver to Brussels. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Pick up a Brussels Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks ahead of your Denver to Brussels flight.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Central Brussels is located around 30 miles from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). As soon as your flight from Denver to Brussels has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to CRL. Tuck yourself in after your Denver to Brussels flight at any of these well-located options:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make picking up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from CRL two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month for flights from Denver to Brussels. To escape the crowds, go to Brussels in January.
Book a Denver to Brussels ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Brussels to range from 54ºF to 81ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Denver to Brussels in January when temperatures average between 28ºF and 46ºF.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brussels right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Denver to Brussels:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are major attractions which should feature on every Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Brussels. Around 30 miles to the south, top sights here include Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
If you want to check out another corner of Belgium, consider Liege, roughly 55 miles east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are key highlights.
