Flying from Rome to Brussels Airport (BRU): What you need to know
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is Rome's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Brussels Airport (BRU) leaving from here.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Rome to Brussels Airport flight.
Brussels (where Brussels Airport is located) and Rome share the UTC+1 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 49 direct flights a week between the two airports, Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Brussels Airport (BRU) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from FCO to BRU is with Brussels Airlines at 9:15pm.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Rome to BRU. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rome to Brussels Airport (BRU) take off from this terminal.
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Rome to Brussels Airport departing FCO include:
The top choice among passengers flying between FCO and BRU is Brussels Airlines.
EasyJet leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 88.52% of services arriving as scheduled.
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Brussels Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:
When it comes to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Brussels Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Rome Ciampino Airport and BRU are:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK)
You can reach CIA from central Rome in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to cover the 14 kms (9 miles) or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Rome to BRU flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Rome Ciampino Airport:
Flights from Rome Ciampino Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 85% of them touching down as planned.
About Brussels Airport (BRU)
Consider staying in a hotel near BRU if you're catching a late flight from Rome to Brussels Airport. Settle into one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Rome to Brussels Airport flight.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Brussels. The time it takes to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Brussels Airport is £18. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £44. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap flights from Rome to BRU by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Rome to Brussels Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Rome to BRU.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Brussels Airport (BRU)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Brussels. September is when most people book flights from Rome to Brussels Airport (BRU), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Rome to BRU plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Brussels Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Brussels Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Brussels isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you won't want to miss include Grand Place, Atomium and Royal Palace of Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen Brussels. Around 113 kms (70 miles) away to the west, well-known attractions include Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, The Crystal Ship and Mu.ZEE.
Verviers is another sought-after destination in Belgium and is around 105 kms (65 miles) east of Brussels. No journey is complete without experiencing Hôtel communal ou Ancienne Halle - Monument classé, Musée d'Archéologie et du Folklore and Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Ceramique.
