Traveling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Brussels: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is one hour behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Brussels Airport (BRU). You can choose from 18 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HEL to BRU is the 07:25 Finnair option. If you prefer traveling later, the last departure is at 21:00 with Finnair.
Allow plenty of time to make your HEL to Brussels flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels ticket. Start your trip at HEL and arrive at Brussels Airport (BRU).
Keep an eye out for deals with Finnair. This airline operates direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from HEL to Brussels. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Located around 10 miles from central Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near HEL. Whether you have an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
60.23% of flights taking off from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Brussels
$37 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels flight. A return plane ticket right now is $75. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from HEL to Brussels. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Landing cheap tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across every month and walk away with an incredible deal.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels takes around 20 minutes by car. The center is roughly 9 miles away.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Explore without limits with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Brussels and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from HEL to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The center of Brussels is about 35 miles from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Once your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CRL. Settle in and get cozy after your HEL to Brussels flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and be off and running.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CRL will help you save.
Best time to go to Brussels
Before you book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Brussels offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 54ºF to 81ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 28ºF and 46ºF. Look for a cheap ticket from HEL to Brussels around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Brussels right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Brussels:
Atomium and Grand Place are just two of the major attractions to put on your Brussels to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Belgium you'll want to see. Around 70 miles west of Brussels, a trip to Ostend will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
Verviers is another essential stop in Belgium and is around 70 miles east of Brussels. No trip is complete without seeing Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.