Zaventem to Minneapolis (BRU–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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While no nonstop service exists between BRU and MSP, connecting options are available through 26 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→MSP | AMS→MSP |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 47 |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 11:00 AM in Minneapolis.
Belgian passport holders travel to the US under the Visa Waiver Program for stays up to 90 days. An approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is required before boarding and costs USD $21. The ESTA is valid for 2 years or until passport expiry. An e-passport with a machine-readable chip is mandatory.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
Metro Blue Line from T1-Lindbergh to downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse/Hennepin) takes 25–28 minutes ($2.50). T2-Humphrey has its own Blue Line stop. Trains run frequently 5am–1am. Taxis from T1 to downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40; to St. Paul $30–45.Ride-hail pickup is on the ground level outside baggage claim. Rental car center is connected to T1 via the tram system. Mall of America (Bloomington) is 13 minutes by Blue Line; useful if connecting to suburban destinations. MSP is unusually well-integrated with regional transit for a US airport.
Humid continental climate. One of the coldest major hub airports in the United States. Winters are severe (−15 to −2°C, November–March) with heavy snow and extreme cold snaps. Delta's de-icing operation at MSP is among the largest in the US, but heavy blizzards cause ground stops and cascading delays. Wind chill below −30°C occurs multiple times each winter.
Summers are warm and pleasant (22–30°C) with occasional severe thunderstorms in June–August. Spring brings tornado risk in the broader region. MSP has a strong snow operations record. Cancellations happen, but the airport manages heavy snowfall better than many eastern hubs. Pack serious winter gear from November through March.
BRU–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via BGO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Amsterdam (AMS).