Dublin to Zaventem (DUB–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DUB–BRU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Aer Lingus lead the route. The flight covers 487 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 102 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 19 | 73H, 7M8 | 1h45 | – | – | – |
| EI Aer Lingus Also: B6, QR | 12 | 320 | 1h45-1h50 | – | – | B6, QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
DUB: IST · BRU: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dublin, it's 7:00 PM in Zaventem.
Irish passport holders enter Belgium freely as EU citizens. No visa, no fee, no time limit on stays. Ireland is not in the Schengen Area, so passport or ID control applies on arrival, but EU citizens clear quickly. A valid Irish passport or Passport Card is sufficient.
For stays beyond 3 months, register at the local commune (gemeente/commune) within 8 working days. EU citizens receive an Annexe 19 registration document, followed by an E card (EU residence card) within 3 to 6 months. The registration fee varies by commune (EUR 0 to EUR 25). Bring proof of employment, self-employment, studies, or sufficient resources. A Belgian national number (rijksregisternummer/numero national) is assigned at registration and is required for banking, healthcare, and contracts.
Direct flights from Dublin to Brussels run about 1 hour 40 minutes on Ryanair and Aer Lingus. Belgium uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. Belgium has three official languages (Dutch in Flanders, French in Wallonia, German in the east cantons), so which language you encounter depends on where you land. Brussels is officially bilingual (French/Dutch). Irish driving licenses are valid for short stays; residents must exchange within 185 days at the local commune.
Dublin Bus route 747 (Airlink) runs from the city centre (O'Connell Street) to the airport in 30–50 minutes, costing €7 one-way or €12 return. DART rail does not serve the airport directly; the nearest station requires a bus connection. Ride-shares from the city centre typically cost €20–35 depending on traffic.
The M50 and M1 motorways feed into the airport; short-term parking in Terminal 1 or 2 costs from €4/30 min, while long-stay lots (P3/P4) are significantly cheaper for multi-day trips. Allow extra time during morning and evening rush hours on the M50.
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.
DUB–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DUB to BRU
Dublin Airport (DUB) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from Aer Lingus and Ryanair. With 56 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DUB to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DUB to BRU ranges from 1 hours 45 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 487 miles (784 km). There are approximately 56 weekly flights outbound and 46 return, totaling 102 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
102 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via INN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.