Flying from Brussels to Seoul: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Brussels to Seoul. Brussels International Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the main airports in Brussels.
Arrive in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Seoul is eight hours ahead of Brussels and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Brussels to Seoul flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Seoul
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Brussels to Seoul flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Brussels to Seoul.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
We make it a breeze to find a Brussels to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Brussels International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Seoul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Brussels International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Brussels International Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Break up your Brussels to Seoul flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Seoul include:
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Brussels to Seoul, unwind in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from Brussels to Seoul. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and venture far and wide through Seoul and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Brussels to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is about 18 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). After your flight from Brussels to Seoul has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Brussels to Seoul:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make picking up a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from GMP one week in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
August is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Seoul. To skip the crowds, head to Seoul in March.
Before locking in your Brussels to Seoul tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seoul right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Seoul:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you should also see. About 338 kilometres southeast of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in South Korea, head for Incheon, roughly 27 kilometres southwest of Seoul. Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park are key reasons to visit.