Zaventem to Ouagadougou (BRU–OUA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
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BRU–OUA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Swiss, Brussels Airlines and ITA Airways lead the route. The flight covers 2,685 miles in approximately 5h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Swiss | 5 | 333 | 6h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| SN Brussels Airlines | 5 | 333 | 5h39 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AZ ITA Airways | 4 | 333 | 5h50 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · OUA: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 4:00 PM in Ouagadougou.
Belgian passport holders need an eVisa to enter Burkina Faso. Apply through the official portal at visaburkina.bf before departure. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Processing takes a few business days. Print the approved eVisa and present it at immigration.
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.
BRU–OUA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BRU to OUA
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport (OUA) are connected by nonstop service from Swiss, Brussels Airlines and ITA Airways. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BRU to OUA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BRU to OUA is about 5 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,685 miles (4,321 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tunis Carthage, Houari Boumediene and Félix-Houphouët-Boigny. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.