Updated on December 7, 2022 by pierre

How to get to Brussels Airport (Zaventem) from Brussels?

THEBrussels airport it is located at Zaventem, about 15 km northeast of the city center. There are several ways to get there: by car, train, bicycle, motorbike or Stib bus. The most adventurous do not hesitate to hitchhike to reach their destination. This allows them to make new acquaintances while saving money.

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#1 Go to Zaventem airport by car

Whether you live on the ring road or in the city centre, you can easily reach Brussels' first airport by following the road signs. Using a taxi remains an excellent choice. The ideal is to use the service of a private taxi. Just make a call and wait for them to pick you up. Travel costs vary depending on the distance travelled.

If you take your car, don't hesitate to book your car park in advance to have the car park closest to departures and the cheapest.

#2 Go to Zaventem Airport By bus

Below the arrivals terminal is the bus station. Which implies that it is quite possible to reach the airport by bus. Several companies offer lines connecting Zaventem airport and the city centre. To avoid unpleasant surprises, it is advisable to find out beforehand about the number, the stops and the timetable of the line which leads to the airport. Some companies offer special fares for regular travelers who can take advantage of a significant reduction.

#3 Getting to Brussels Zaventem Airport By train

Many people take the train to get to Brussels airport. The train station is located on level 1 of the airport. This facilitates the transfer. Many companies offer lines connecting Zaventem airport and Brussels-Midi station, Brussels-Central station and all the other peripherals. Some trains may run more than 4 times per hour to accommodate passenger needs.
Those who use their own cars to get to Brussels airport can park them in the adapted car park for this purpose until their return. In return, they must pay a fee, the cost of which varies according to the duration of the stay of the car in the parking lot.