- Must visit
Magritte Museum
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
Flights from Edinburgh to Brussels depart on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 22:30. The fastest flight covers the 755 km distance in 1h 40m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 755 km |
Average flight duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Flights per day 32 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 5:10 |
Last flight 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£452
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
3 h 13 m
Flights on 02 Sept
64
Distance
755 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Brussels will cost around £452 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £19.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 64 flights from Edinburgh to Brussels, including 2 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 755 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 40 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 7322
BA1461 · BA384
U23301+
9398
BA384+
BA8719
BA1455 · BA384
SN2064
FR 7322
BA1441 · BA386
KL932 · KL1707
LH965+
LH5572Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £64, while a train costs an average of £329.
Distance: 755 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price Cheapest | £329 Average Price | £115 Average Price | £152 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 30m Average total duration 19h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.3 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Brussels:
A flight is £50 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Edinburgh to Brussels costing on average £115.
A flight is £265 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Brussels costing on average £329.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 45m.
Coach takes on average 19h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Brussels flights for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL932+ 9398 | 17:05 Edinburgh Airport | 5h01 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
KL932 · KL1707 | 17:05 Edinburgh Airport | 4h10 | 22:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
LH2525+ LH5584 | 17:10 Edinburgh Airport | 5h00 | 23:10 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
BA8717+ BA384 | 19:15 Edinburgh Airport | 13h40 | 9:55 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
BA1461 · BA384 | 20:30 Edinburgh Airport | 12h25 | 9:55 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
BA1463 · BA384 | 21:15 Edinburgh Airport | 11h40 | 9:55 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 2 September | |||||
AF1887+ AF5476+ 9376 | 5:40 Edinburgh Airport | 12h26 | 19:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
AF1887+ AF5476+ 9476 | 5:40 Edinburgh Airport | 12h26 | 19:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
AF1887+ AF5476+ 9398 | 5:40 Edinburgh Airport | 16h26 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
KL922+ 9340 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 6h21 | 13:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
KL922 · KL1705 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 7h55 | 14:40 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
KL922 · KL1707 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 15h30 | 22:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
KL922+ 9364 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 10h21 | 17:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
KL922+ 9352 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 8h21 | 15:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
BA1467 · BA386 | 5:55 Edinburgh Airport | 8h20 | 15:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
FR 7322 | 6:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1h45 | 8:45 Brussels South Charleroi Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH965 · LH992+ 9398 | 6:10 Edinburgh Airport | 15h56 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
LH965+ LH5572 | 6:10 Edinburgh Airport | 4h40 | 11:50 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
LH965 · LH992+ 9364 | 6:10 Edinburgh Airport | 9h56 | 17:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
LH965 · LH996+ 9398 | 6:10 Edinburgh Airport | 15h56 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8701+ BA386 | 6:20 Edinburgh Airport | 7h55 | 15:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
BA8701+ BA432+ 9364 | 6:20 Edinburgh Airport | 9h46 | 17:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8701+ BA432+ 9370 | 6:20 Edinburgh Airport | 10h46 | 18:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8701+ BA432+ 9398 | 6:20 Edinburgh Airport | 15h46 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA1465 · BA386 | 6:40 Edinburgh Airport | 7h35 | 15:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
BA1465 · BA432+ 9364 | 6:40 Edinburgh Airport | 9h26 | 17:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA1465 · BA432+ 9370 | 6:40 Edinburgh Airport | 10h26 | 18:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA1465 · BA432+ 9398 | 6:40 Edinburgh Airport | 15h26 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8711+ BA386 | 7:00 Edinburgh Airport | 7h15 | 15:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
BA8711 · BA8489+ 9376 | 7:00 Edinburgh Airport | 11h06 | 19:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8711 · BA8489+ 9364 | 7:00 Edinburgh Airport | 9h06 | 17:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8711 · BA8489+ 9370 | 7:00 Edinburgh Airport | 10h06 | 18:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8713+ BA386 | 7:25 Edinburgh Airport | 6h50 | 15:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
BA8713 · BA8489+ 9376 | 7:25 Edinburgh Airport | 10h41 | 19:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8713 · BA8489+ 9364 | 7:25 Edinburgh Airport | 8h41 | 17:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8713 · BA8489+ 9370 | 7:25 Edinburgh Airport | 9h41 | 18:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8703 · BA8453+ 9476 | 8:50 Edinburgh Airport | 9h16 | 19:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8703 · BA8453+ 9376 | 8:50 Edinburgh Airport | 9h16 | 19:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8703 · BA8453+ 9398 | 8:50 Edinburgh Airport | 13h16 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA1437 · BA386 | 9:15 Edinburgh Airport | 5h00 | 15:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
BA1437 · BA436+ 9398 | 9:15 Edinburgh Airport | 12h51 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA1437 · BA434+ 9398 | 9:15 Edinburgh Airport | 12h51 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA1437 · BA434+ 9370 | 9:15 Edinburgh Airport | 7h51 | 18:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA1441 · BA386 | 10:25 Edinburgh Airport | 3h50 | 15:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
BA1441 · BA436+ 9398 | 10:25 Edinburgh Airport | 11h41 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA1441 · BA436+ 9382 | 10:25 Edinburgh Airport | 8h41 | 20:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA1441 · BA436+ 9388 | 10:25 Edinburgh Airport | 9h41 | 21:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8715 · BA8455+ 9398 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 11h26 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8715 · BA8453+ 9376 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 7h26 | 19:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
BA8715 · BA8453+ 9398 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 11h26 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
U23301+ 9364 | 10:45 Edinburgh Airport | 5h21 | 17:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
U23301+ 9398 | 10:45 Edinburgh Airport | 11h21 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
U23301+ 9370 | 10:45 Edinburgh Airport | 6h21 | 18:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
AF1687 · AF1140+ 9398 | 11:35 Edinburgh Airport | 10h31 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
AF1687 · AF1440+ 9398 | 11:35 Edinburgh Airport | 10h31 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
AF1687+ AF8318+ 9398 | 11:35 Edinburgh Airport | 10h31 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
SN2064 | 12:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 15:20 Brussels Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL928 · KL1707 | 13:10 Edinburgh Airport | 8h05 | 22:15 Brussels Airport | 1 change | |
KL928+ 9376 | 13:10 Edinburgh Airport | 4h56 | 19:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
KL928+ 9398 | 13:10 Edinburgh Airport | 8h56 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
KL928+ 9476 | 13:10 Edinburgh Airport | 4h56 | 19:06 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
BA8705 · BA8459+ 9398 | 13:20 Edinburgh Airport | 8h46 | 23:06 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
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Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
Major fine arts museum with Flemish, Belgian and European works, ideal for tracing artistic developments across centuries.
Art Nouveau house designed by Victor Horta, offering an intimate look at architecture, interiors and decorative detail.
Historic square packed with ornate façades, seasonal events and evening illumination; a natural starting point for exploring the centre.
A characterful shopping arcade with glass roof, elegant details and a classic route for a refined walk in the centre.
Landscaped hill with gardens, fountains and one of Brussels’ most rewarding skyline views near the upper town museums.
Moules-frites pairs North Sea mussels with crisp chips. It is a Brussels brasserie classic, especially popular in cooler months.
Stoemp is mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting Brussels staple.
Carbonnade flamande is a slow-cooked beef and onion stew made with Belgian beer. It is a beloved hearty dish in Brussels cafés.
Refined Belgian dining in the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, known for well-presented regional dishes and a polished atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant famed for mussels, oysters and other Belgian seafood dishes in a lively, classic brasserie setting.
Long-running brasserie serving stoemp, carbonnade and other Belgian staples in an elegant Art Nouveau-inspired dining room.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and restaurants are not cheap, but public transport is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is appreciated in cafés, but not expected.
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Brussels South Charleroi Airport -> Bruxelles-Midi
If you are heading to the Belgian capital, there are always plenty of flights from Edinburgh to Brussels to choose from. Direct flights are operated by Brussels Airlines and Ryanair, with at least one departure every day of the week. Brussels Airlines generally provide a very early take off time (around 6:00 a.m.) while Ryanair flights tend to leave in mid-morning or afternoon. The flight time in all cases will be about 1 hour 40 minutes.
All flights from Edinburgh to Brussels depart from Edinburgh International Airport, which is situated a few kilometres outside the city centre. The most reliable way to reach the airport is via the 100 bus route, which runs 24 hours a day, every day of the week. If you are coming from other parts of Scotland, Megabus also provide a coach connection to cities like Dundee or Aberdeen. The quickest way to reach the airport is via Edinburgh's tram network, which runs from central locations like Waverley and Haymarket.
Belgium's capital city is a fantastic destination for a short break. For one thing, the city is blessed with some beautiful architecture - most notably the buildings around Grand Place. Shop for antiques and souvenirs down the Rue Charles Buls (where you can also see the famous Mannequin Pis statue) and relax with a delicious plate of moules-frites and a Belgian beer to round off your sight-seeing. The airport is only 12 kilometres from the centre of town. To get into the centre simply catch the Airport Train Line to Brussels-Midi station or catch buses 12 or 21. There are also regular buses to other Belgian cities like Antwerp or Bruges.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Brussels flights use the Edinburgh Airport to Brussels Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Brussels South Charleroi Airport. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Brussels airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Edinburgh 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, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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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