Are there direct flights from Chicago to Brussels?

Direct flights from Chicago to Brussels are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 14.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connections, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This data reflects trends observed over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Brussels?

A direct flight from Chicago to Brussels typically takes about 8 hours. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to approximately 14 hours and 50 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 6675 kilometers. These durations provide a historical overview of flight times for this specific route.

How much do direct flights from Chicago to Brussels cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Chicago to Brussels are more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is $1144, while connecting flights have a median price of $726. This represents a premium of approximately 58% for direct services. Direct flights also constitute about 17.6% of the available options over the trailing 90 days.

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Chicago to Brussels: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Brussels

A typical journey from Chicago to Brussels takes about 17h 5m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 6675 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for layovers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chicago to Brussels, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices typically range from $764–$1144, with a median of $949. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Brussels? The most affordable month to fly is March, with a median fare of $441. Other cost-effective months include December, with a median fare of $544, and January, where the median fare is $578.

Most itineraries for flights from Chicago to Brussels connect at least once, with only 14.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that direct flights from Chicago to Brussels are less common, and travelers should expect to make at least one connection.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Brussels

Regular price: $650 - $1,309

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Brussels is $650 to $1309. The current lowest deal is $561 with Icelandair, for travel from Oct 18-Oct 23.

now $561

Low $650

High $1,309

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Brussels

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Brussels is March, with a median price of $441. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $884. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $441

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $884

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Direct flights from Chicago to Brussels

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Brussels

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Aer Lingus

$724

$754

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Icelandair

$704

$765

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Icelandair

$684

$758

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Icelandair

$702

$758

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Icelandair

$745

$711

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Turkish Airlines

$685

$744

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Brussels

4 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 22

$772 → $563

27%

5 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 23

$761 → $564

26%

9 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 27

$717 → $563

21%

11 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 29

$711 → $563

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Brussels

Chicago - Brussels route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Chicago to Brussels are above the typical level at $949.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $441

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Brussels is March, with a median price of $441.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 17h 5m

The median flight duration from Chicago to Brussels is 17 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 85.4% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has 1 direct deal available for flights from Chicago to Brussels.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Chicago to Brussels appear frequently, with many options in the last 30 days.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a good option for flights from Chicago to Brussels.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$543

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport offers another choice for your trip to Brussels.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$770

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport is an alternative for flights to Brussels.

📍 ~126 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,073

Brussels main airports to arrive at

Brussels (BRU)

Cheapest

Brussels Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Chicago to Brussels.

📍 ~11 km from Brussels (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$543

Airports nearby Brussels used as alternative

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol offers an extensive network and competitive pricing, often with direct routes for intercontinental travel.

📍 ~135 km from Brussels (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$606

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brussels

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brussels

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Chicago to Brussels is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $792. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with tickets purchased 0-6 days out averaging $902. Even booking too far in advance, over 60 days out, can result in slightly higher average prices of $831.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Brussels is considered to be $764 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $949. Fares exceeding $1144 are typically in the more expensive range. These price benchmarks are based on data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Brussels, with a median price of $441. December and January also offer relatively lower median prices, at $544 and $578 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $949, indicating that these months represent significant savings. These insights are based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Chicago to Brussels: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Brussels

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Brussels

Regular price: $650 - $1,309

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Brussels is $650 to $1309. The current lowest deal is $561 with Icelandair, for travel from Oct 18-Oct 23.

now $561

Low $650

High $1,309

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Brussels

March

Cheapest

Flights from $441

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $884

Jan

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