New York to Zaventem (JFK–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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JFK–BRU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Brussels Airlines and Air Alsie lead the route. The flight covers 3,657 miles in approximately 6h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SN Brussels Airlines | 10 | 333 | 6h41-7h30 | Star Alliance | – | |
| 6I Air Alsie | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Zaventem from New York
| Metric | JFK→BRU | TEB→BRU | EWR→BRU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 1 | 35 |
| Flight time | 6h 41m | 6h 36m | 7h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 23% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · BRU: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, 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.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
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.
JFK–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to BRU
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from Brussels Airlines and Air Alsie. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JFK to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to BRU is about 6 hours 41 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,657 miles (5,886 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, London Heathrow and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), Newark (EWR) and Newburgh (SWF).