Zaventem to Gander (BRU–YQX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 3 hubs
YYZ Toronto 31h 14m ACOUSN → AC Toronto (YYZ) to Gander flights
KEF Reykjavík ~8h 39m EKFITP → AF Reykjavík (KEF) to Gander flights
YHZ Halifax ~10h 30m AC → AC Halifax (YHZ) to Gander flights
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Zaventem to Gander
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,560 mi 6h nonstop -4.5h behind

While no nonstop service exists between BRU and YQX, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for BRU to YQX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
KEF ~8h 39m YHZ ~10h 30m YYZ ~31h 14m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
70
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Gander from Zaventem

Nearby airports with service to Gander International Airport.
Metric BRU→YQX AMS→YQX
Distance from BRU – 98 mi
Nonstop airlines – 1
Weekly flights – –
Flight time 6h 5h 27m
Amsterdam (AMS) to Gander flights
Airports within 200 miles of BRU with service to Gander International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-4.5h
Gander is 4.5 hours behind Zaventem.
BRU: CEST · YQX: NDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 1.5:00 PM in Gander.
Distance & Flight Time
2,560 mi / 4,119 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 0m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Belgian passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months, but must obtain an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before flying. Apply at the official canada.ca site. The eTA costs CAD 7, is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires, and covers multiple entries. No eTA is needed when arriving by land or sea. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to BRU

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.

Facts

BRU–YQX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Zaventem to Gander route.
Route details
Distance2,560 mi / 4,119 km
Flight time6h
Time difference-4.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: BRU
Full nameBrussels Airport
IATA / ICAOBRU / EBBR
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Passengers/yr23.0M
Elevation175 ft / 53 m
Destination: YQX
Full nameGander International Airport
IATA / ICAOYQX / CYQX
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
Elevation496 ft / 151 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BRU to YQX flights.
Nonstop flights from Brussels Airport to Gander International Airport take about 6h gate to gate. The route covers 2,560 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Toronto Pearson.
Gander is 4.5 hours behind Zaventem.
Nearby alternatives include AMS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from BRU to YQX

Brussels Airport (BRU) and Gander International Airport (YQX) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

BRU to YQX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BRU to YQX is about 6 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,560 miles (4,119 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Amsterdam (AMS).