Newark to Zaventem (EWR–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–BRU is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,671 miles in approximately 6h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 70 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, OS, SN | 8 | 789, 78X | 7h12-7h25 | Star Alliance | AC, LX, OS, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zaventem from Newark
| Metric | EWR→BRU | JFK→BRU |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 36 | 7 |
| Flight time | 6h 10m | 7h 30m |
| Departure OTP | 92% | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · BRU: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Zaventem.
US passport holders enter Belgium and the entire Schengen area visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No advance application is needed. The 90-day clock is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
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.
EWR–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to BRU
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 36 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to BRU ranges from 6 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,671 miles (5,908 km). There are approximately 36 weekly flights outbound and 36 return, totaling 72 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
70 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via STN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK).