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Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Premier fine arts complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and modern collections, essential for understanding Belgian and European art.
Flights from Manchester to Brussels depart on average 30 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest flight covers the 333 miles (536 km) distance in 1h 20m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 333 miles (536 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Flights per day 30 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 5:05 AM |
Last flight 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price
$277
Average price
$819
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Flights per day
65
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Manchester to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Brussels will cost around $819 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $277.
Of the 65 flights that leave Manchester for Brussels onSun, Aug 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct flights cover the 536 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the longest flights will take 4 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FR 613
U22163+
9398
FR 3238
U22165+
9398
BA1379 · BA386
FR 3238
FR 613
KL1036 · KL1707
LX391+
LX780
KL1034+
9476Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $404.
Distance: 333 miles (536 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$123 Average price Cheapest | $123 Average price | $404 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 39m Average total duration 15h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Brussels:
A flight is $0.42 (€0.34) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Brussels costing on average $123 (€100).
A flight is $281 (€228) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Brussels costing on average $404 (€328).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 18m.
Bus takes on average 15h 9m.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Brussels flights for tomorrow, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 613 | 5:45 AM Manchester Airport | 1h25 | 8:10 AM Brussels South Charleroi Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1028+ 9434 | 5:55 AM Manchester Airport | 4h43 | 11:38 AM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1028+ 9334 | 5:55 AM Manchester Airport | 4h43 | 11:38 AM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1028 · KL1705 | 5:55 AM Manchester Airport | 7h45 | 2:40 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1028+ 9340 | 5:55 AM Manchester Airport | 6h11 | 1:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
LH4215+ LH992+ 9398 | 6:05 AM Manchester Airport | 16h01 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
LH4215+ LH5572 | 6:05 AM Manchester Airport | 4h45 | 11:50 AM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4215+ LH102+ LH5626 | 6:05 AM Manchester Airport | 9h10 | 4:15 PM Brussels Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4215+ LH992+ 9476 | 6:05 AM Manchester Airport | 12h01 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
LH4215+ LH106+ LH5626 | 6:05 AM Manchester Airport | 9h10 | 4:15 PM Brussels Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4215+ LH992+ 9376 | 6:05 AM Manchester Airport | 12h01 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
BA1379 · BA390 | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport | 11h55 | 7:55 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1379 · BA386 | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport | 6h20 | 2:20 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
U22161+ 9340 | 7:10 AM Manchester Airport | 4h56 | 1:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
U22161+ 9358 | 7:10 AM Manchester Airport | 7h56 | 4:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
U22161+ 9458 | 7:10 AM Manchester Airport | 7h56 | 4:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
BA1381 · BA434+ 9398 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport | 14h21 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
BA1381 · BA390 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport | 11h10 | 7:55 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1381 · BA438+ 9398 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport | 14h21 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
BA1381 · BA386 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport | 5h35 | 2:20 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1381 · BA432+ 9358 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport | 7h21 | 4:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
LX391+ LX780 | 8:55 AM Manchester Airport | 4h20 | 2:15 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1030 · KL1705 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 4h40 | 2:40 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1030+ 9476 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 9h06 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1030+ 9382 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 10h06 | 8:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1030+ 9358 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 6h06 | 4:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1030+ 9376 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 9h06 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1030 · KL1707 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 12h15 | 10:15 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1030+ 9458 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 6h06 | 4:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
LH2501+ LH5626 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 4h40 | 4:15 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1361 · BA390 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 8h20 | 7:55 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1361 · BA438+ 9398 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 11h31 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
BA1361 · BA434+ 9398 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 11h31 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
LH2501+ LX1105+ LX788 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 7h00 | 6:35 PM Brussels Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1361 · BA434+ 9476 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 7h31 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
OS7358+ OS186+ OS8173 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 8h20 | 7:55 PM Brussels Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS7358+ OS186 · OS297 | 10:35 AM Manchester Airport | 7h35 | 7:10 PM Brussels Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1032+ 9398 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 11h06 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1032+ 9476 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 7h06 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1032 · KL1707 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 10h15 | 10:15 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1032+ 9376 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 7h06 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
LH4211+ LH114+ LH5582 | 11:10 AM Manchester Airport | 7h45 | 7:55 PM Brussels Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4211+ LH112+ LH5582 | 11:10 AM Manchester Airport | 7h45 | 7:55 PM Brussels Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4211+ LH5576 | 11:10 AM Manchester Airport | 5h20 | 5:30 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
U22163+ 9398 | 12:10 PM Manchester Airport | 9h56 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
U22163+ 9476 | 12:10 PM Manchester Airport | 5h56 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
U22163+ 9376 | 12:10 PM Manchester Airport | 5h56 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
U22167+ 9476 | 1:40 PM Manchester Airport | 4h26 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
U22167+ 9398 | 1:40 PM Manchester Airport | 8h26 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
U22167+ 9376 | 1:40 PM Manchester Airport | 4h26 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1034+ 9476 | 1:45 PM Manchester Airport | 4h21 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1034+ 9398 | 1:45 PM Manchester Airport | 8h21 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1034 · KL1707 | 1:45 PM Manchester Airport | 7h30 | 10:15 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1034+ 9376 | 1:45 PM Manchester Airport | 4h21 | 7:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
LX395+ LX2810+ LX4550 | 2:05 PM Manchester Airport | 7h25 | 10:30 PM Brussels Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX395+ LX1076+ SN2618 | 2:05 PM Manchester Airport | 7h30 | 10:35 PM Brussels Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1069+ AF8318+ 9398 | 2:55 PM Manchester Airport | 7h11 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
U22165+ 9398 | 4:20 PM Manchester Airport | 5h46 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1036+ 9398 | 5:30 PM Manchester Airport | 4h36 | 11:06 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
KL1036 · KL1707 | 5:30 PM Manchester Airport | 3h45 | 10:15 PM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1036 · KL1701 | 5:30 PM Manchester Airport | 13h05 | 7:35 AM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4089+ LH5632 | 5:55 PM Manchester Airport | 13h00 | 7:55 AM Brussels Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 3238 | 7:15 PM Manchester Airport | 1h25 | 9:40 PM Brussels South Charleroi Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Premier fine arts complex with Old Masters, Magritte, and modern collections, essential for understanding Belgian and European art.
Dedicated to surrealist René Magritte, this popular museum presents major works and context for one of Belgium’s most celebrated artists.
Leading comic art museum in a Horta-designed building, highlighting Tintin, the Smurfs, and Belgium’s influential comics culture.
Grand square at Brussels’ heart, lined with ornate guildhalls and lively events, perfect for first-time visitors and evening atmosphere.
Large urban park with the triumphal arch, museums, and wide lawns, excellent for walking, picnics, and classic city photographs.
Popular hilltop viewpoint and garden terrace with one of the best panoramas over central Brussels, especially at sunset.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery and onion, often served with fries. A Brussels brasserie classic, especially popular in mussel season.
Double-fried potato fries, traditionally served in paper cones with sauces. They are a point of national pride and central to everyday Belgian street food.
A rich beef and onion stew braised with Belgian dark beer. It is a beloved comfort dish found in traditional Brussels restaurants.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant by chef Karen Torosyan, celebrated for pâté en croûte and inventive fine dining in an intimate setting.
Elegant Belle Époque brasserie serving refined Belgian classics, seafood and game in a grand old-world dining room.
Famous casual stop for Brussels waffles with many toppings. Popular, fast-moving and central for a classic sweet local treat.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey, but dining and transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Brussels by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Brussels flights use the Manchester Airport to Brussels Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Brussels South Charleroi Airport. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Brussels airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
Brussels Airport is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the departures and arrivals areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport is 5 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels South Charleroi Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels South Charleroi Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels South Charleroi Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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