Travelling from Cork Airport (ORK) to Brussels: what you need to know
Cork Airport is located in Cork. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is 1 hour ahead of Cork.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from ORK to Brussels. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You can reserve a direct flight from Cork Airport to Brussels. Start your trip at ORK and arrive at Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Keep an eye out for offers from Ryanair. This airline has direct flights from Cork Airport to Brussels.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ORK to Brussels. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Carcassonne Airport (CCF)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You can travel to Belgium for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Ireland. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Cork Airport to Brussels, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
The journey from central Cork to ORK takes around 26 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Cork Airport to Brussels? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ORK:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Brussels
P907 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cork Airport to Brussels. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P1,814. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORK to Brussels if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Cork Airport to Brussels is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 39 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to BRU if you're taking a late flight from Cork Airport to Brussels. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Central Brussels is located around 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). After your flight from Cork Airport to Brussels has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 56 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 37 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from ORK to Brussels, kick back at a hotel close to CRL. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the busiest month for flights from Cork Airport to Brussels. To skip the crowds, head to Brussels in February when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Cork Airport to Brussels, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from ORK to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Cork Airport to Brussels, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are major attractions which should feature on any good Brussels itinerary.
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