Athens , Belgium: How long is the flight and how much do tickets cost?

The Athens – Belgium flight is particularly popular, both for tourism reasons and, of course, for the daily commute of MEPs from Athens to Brussels and the European Parliament.

But how long does this route take, which airlines operate it, and what is the cost of air tickets?

Let's look at each point in detail!

Athens – Brussels flight duration

The duration of the Athens – Belgium flight is usually the same, although it varies slightly as it depends on factors such as weather or air traffic at the arrival airport.

The flight time from Athens to Belgium is 3 hours and 15 minutes to 3 hours and 25 minutes – with a small deviation of 5 minutes depending on conditions.

The return flight from Belgium to Athens takes less time, approximately 3 hours.

Airlines operating the Athens – Brussels route

To travel to Belgium, specifically to Brussels, from Athens and Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, you will need to fly with Aegean, Sky Express or Ryanair.

These airlines operate a total of two to five daily direct flights to Brussels.

The two Greek airlines land at Brussels International Airport, while Ryanair lands at Charleroi Airport.

Usually, Ryanair flight tickets are more economical compared to the other two airlines, but this also varies depending on demand and flight availability.

Departure and arrival airports for the Athens – Belgium flight

For the Athens – Brussels flight, you will depart from Eleftherios Venizelos in Athens, while in Brussels there are two landing options, depending on the airline.

On one hand, there is Brussels International Airport, and on the other, Charleroi Airport, which is approximately 44 km from the centre of Brussels.

Low-cost airlines such as Ryanair or Wizzair usually land at Charleroi.

The other airlines, including Aegean and Sky Express, land at Brussels International Airport.

When to find the cheapest flights to Belgium

As with all destinations, the earlier you book your flights to Belgium, the lower prices you will achieve.

Specifically, for the Athens-Belgium route, you will find the lowest price approximately two months before departure – that's when you will find the most affordable dates for flight tickets.

Regarding the period when tickets are at their lowest cost, these are usually in autumn and immediately after the Christmas holidays.

Cost of Athens – Belgium flight tickets

The cost of flights, as mentioned above, depends on several factors.

Generally, however, you will find air tickets from approximately 80€-150€ with Aegean and SkyExpress, while with Ryanair, the cost starts from 30€ and can reach 150-200€, depending on how far in advance you book your tickets and the availability per flight.

Which month is cheapest to travel to Belgium

According to airline data, the cheapest month for a trip to Belgium is February, with average flight ticket prices around 65€.

Conversely, the month when you will have to spend the most money to book your flight tickets is May, with costs here reaching and exceeding 100€ for a one-way trip from Athens to Brussels.

What you need to know before travelling to Belgium

The capital of Belgium is Brussels, which is also home to the European Parliament. Other major cities in the country include Antwerp, Ghent, and Bruges.

A trip to Belgium cannot be complete without visiting some attractions such as the Atomium, the historic Grand Place, Ghent Castle, and the unique canals in Bruges.

Don't forget to try local Belgian chocolates as well as the native waffles, which differ quite a bit from the classic ones as we know them elsewhere.