Budapest to Zaventem (BUD–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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BUD–BRU is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Brussels Airlines, Air Canada and Etihad Airways lead the route. The flight covers 708 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 66 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SN Brussels Airlines | 12 | 319, 320 | 2h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AC Air Canada | 6 | 319 | 2h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 6 | 319 | 2h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BUD: CET · BRU: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Budapest, it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem.
Both Hungary and Belgium are EU and Schengen member states. Hungarian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Belgium without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
The Airport Express train to Brussels Central takes 17 minutes (€11.80) and runs every 15–20 minutes from 05:30 to midnight. The platform is in the basement of the terminal building, no separate transfer needed.Taxis to central Brussels cost €40–55. For Ghent, direct trains run via Leuven (€20, 1h 10min). For Bruges, change at Brussels Midi (€22, 1h 30min total). Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. Flixbus and other coach services connect from the airport to several European cities.
Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet conditions year-round. Winters (December–February) are grey and damp at 1–7°C. Fog and freezing drizzle occasionally cause morning delays at BRU. Snow is possible but rarely heavy enough to close the airport.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 18–25°C with occasional thunderstorms. The airport sees its most operationally stable weather in spring (April–May) and early autumn (September). Pack waterproofs regardless of season. Brussels averages 160+ rain days per year.
BUD–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BUD to BRU
Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Etihad Airways and Brussels Airlines. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BUD to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BUD to BRU ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 708 miles (1,139 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
66 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BEG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.