Flying from Tokyo to Brussels: what you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Brussels departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Arrive in Brussels at Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Around 14 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Tokyo to Brussels flight.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Brussels eight hours behind Tokyo.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Tokyo to Brussels flight.
Travelling over a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Brussels
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Tokyo to Brussels flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
We make it simple to book a Tokyo to Brussels flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Haneda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
HND is about 9 miles from central Tokyo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tokyo to Brussels or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
73.52% of flights leaving from Haneda Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Prefer to take off from Narita International Airport (NRT)? This popular hub offers direct flights from Tokyo to Brussels, seamlessly connecting to Brussels Airport (BRU).
ANA offers direct Tokyo to Brussels plane tickets from NRT. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Tokyo to Brussels flight, check out these options when departing from Narita International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to NRT from the centre of Tokyo in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 35 miles away.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to Brussels:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70.53%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 5 miles. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tokyo to Brussels. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and venture far and wide through Brussels and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The centre of Brussels is about 30 miles from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Once your flight from Tokyo to Brussels has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Tokyo to Brussels:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make collecting a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Brussels. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Brussels in January.
When booking your Tokyo to Brussels tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Brussels in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
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. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Brussels:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Belgium just waiting to be discovered. Around 30 miles south of Brussels, a visit to Charleroi will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another sought-after destination in Belgium and is around 55 miles east of Brussels. No trip is complete without experiencing Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.