Traveling from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST): What you need to know
Your route to adventure begins at Brussels's main airport, Brussels Airport (BRU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST) leaving from this terminal.
Ostend-Bruges International Airport is located in Ostend. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Brussels.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Brussels to OST.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
BRU is around 14 kilometers from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, data shows 71.97% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
CRL is around 56 kilometers from central Brussels. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Brussels to OST flight? Check in to a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance of 71.71%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
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Getting from Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST) to central Ostend
Ostend-Bruges International Airport is about 5 kilometers from central Ostend. The time it takes to get to the center by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
At the moment, AED 452 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,119. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Brussels to OST. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST). August is when most people visit Ostend. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
Lock in a Brussels to OST flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ostend to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Ostend
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Ostend right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Ostend-Bruges International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Belgian Coast, Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and The Crystal Ship are top sights which should be on any well-planned Ostend itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Belgium waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometers east of Ostend, a trip to Brussels will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Brussels Christmas Market, Grand Place and Atomium.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Belgium, head for Charleroi, about 137 kilometers south-east of Ostend. Canal Charleroi-Bruxelles, BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Musée de la Photographie are key reasons to visit.
