Travelling from Brussels to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Brussels is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Frankfurt flying out of Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Step off your plane in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Brussels to Frankfurt flight.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels.
With 45 weekly flights between the two airports, Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Brussels to Frankfurt with Brussels Airlines at 06:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from BRU to FRA is with Lufthansa at 20:10.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Brussels to Frankfurt flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Frankfurt
Score cheap Brussels to Frankfurt flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Brussels to Frankfurt is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Brussels to Frankfurt flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Set off from Brussels Airport (BRU) on a nonstop flight from Brussels to Frankfurt. From BRU, you can travel directly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Brussels Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Brussels to Frankfurt plane tickets from BRU.
We make it a cinch to book a Brussels to Frankfurt flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Brussels Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a handy hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
71.97% of flights that leave from Brussels Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Brussels to Frankfurt flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Frankfurt:
Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
You can get to CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt:
71.71% of flights departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your Brussels to Frankfurt flight.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is approximately 105 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). As soon as your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt. April is the busiest month to visit Frankfurt. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Brussels to Frankfurt tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Brussels to Frankfurt, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-do's during your Frankfurt adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.
