Toronto to Zaventem (YYZ–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YYZ–BRU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 3,756 miles in approximately 7h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 66 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: OU, SN, TG | 4 | 789 | 7h13 | Star Alliance | OU, SN, TG | |
| EK Emirates | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
YYZ: EDT · BRU: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Toronto, 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 UP Express train runs from Union Station (downtown Toronto) to Terminal 1 in 25 minutes (CAD $12.35). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours, every 30 minutes off-peak and overnight. Highway 427 and the 401 are heavily congested during rush hours.
Taxis and ride-hail from downtown cost CAD $50–70 and take 25–60 minutes depending on traffic. MiWay and Brampton Transit buses serve the airport from the western suburbs. Long-term parking is available in the Viscount Road lots with free shuttle service.
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.
YYZ–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YYZ to BRU
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Emirates. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YYZ to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YYZ to BRU ranges from 7 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,756 miles (6,044 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 31 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
66 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via YHZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.