Ottawa to Zaventem (YOW–BRU) — 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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between YOW and BRU, 1-stop connecting options are available.
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Other ways to reach Zaventem from Ottawa
| Metric | YOW→BRU | YUL→BRU |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YOW | – | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 7 |
| Weekly flights | – | 46 |
| Departure OTP | 51% | – |
Travel Essentials
YOW: EDT · BRU: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ottawa, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Zaventem.
Canadian passport holders enter Belgium and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) registers biometric data on arrival. ETIAS travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches in late 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from the Schengen zone.
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.
YOW–BRU Quick Facts
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Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via London Heathrow, Toronto Pearson and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YUL).