Travelling from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
The average time for a direct Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is located in Brussels. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is the most popular route, with 2 direct services each week. You can get from GLA to CRL on Ryanair's 7:45am flight.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Glasgow to CRL.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) depart from this terminal.
Ryanair is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport leaving from GLA.
The most frequently booked airline between GLA and CRL is Ryanair.
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Glasgow International Airport:
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
PIK is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Glasgow. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to CRL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CRL instead:
Pick up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight.
Getting from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to central Brussels
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to the centre of Brussels is roughly 30 miles. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
£41 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. A return flight starts from £80. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Glasgow to CRL.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). August is when most people travel to Brussels. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
Before locking in your Glasgow to CRL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. 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 work out where to start. Brussels Christmas Market, Grand Place and Atomium are highlights which should be on every Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be explored after you've seen Brussels. Around 137 kms (85 miles) away to the north-west, its best attractions include Belgian Coast, Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and The Crystal Ship.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Belgium, head for Verviers, about 105 kms (65 miles) east of Brussels. La Chocolaterie Darcis, Parc Peltzer and Plan d'eau des Clarisses are highlights.