Are there direct flights from Chicago to Brussels?

Direct flights from Chicago to Brussels are not common. Historically, only 2.2% of flights on this route were direct. For flights with connections, travelers typically experienced two stopovers.

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

A direct flight from Chicago to Brussels typically takes 8 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 6675 kilometers. Flights with one stopover have a significantly longer median duration, averaging 13 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes when available.

How often do cheap flights from Chicago to Brussels come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Chicago to Brussels come up on a regular basis. This route is consistently monitored for price changes. Travelers can typically find favorable prices with some consistency.

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2027-03-05 – 2027-03-14
CHI - Brussels
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2026-11-17 – 2026-11-25
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2027-03-06 – 2027-03-13
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2026-11-16 – 2026-11-23
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2026-12-07 – 2026-12-14
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2026-12-09 – 2026-12-16
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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: $669 - $1,519

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Chicago to Brussels.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Brussels is typically between $669 and $1519. The current lowest deal is $389 with Scandinavian Airlines for travel from Dec 9-Dec 15.

now $389

Low $669

High $1,519

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Brussels

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Brussels is November, with a median price of $1036. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $2052. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $1,036

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,052

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Chicago to Brussels

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Brussels

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$938

$739

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$812

$801

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$797

$730

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$793

$760

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Turkish Airlines

$719

$765

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$793

$774

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 15

$798 → $445

44%

7 nights

Nov 26 - Dec 3

$707 → $439

38%

14 nights

Jan 16 - Jan 30

$614 → $394

36%

12 nights

Dec 27 - Jan 8

$779 → $595

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Brussels

Chicago - Brussels route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

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

📅 Best time to fly

March is the cheapest month to fly

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 17h 5m

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

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 14.6% of recent flights from Chicago to Brussels are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on the Chicago to Brussels route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Chicago to Brussels are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport offers flights to Brussels, with prices from $392, making it a budget-friendly option.

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

💸 Flights from ~$392

Brussels main airports to arrive at

Brussels (BRU)

Cheapest

Brussels Airport (BRU) is a primary arrival option for flights from Chicago to Brussels.

📍 ~11 km from Brussels (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$392

Airports nearby Brussels used as alternative

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a major global hub with extensive networks, often offering competitive pricing and direct routes.

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

💸 Flights from ~$407

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brussels

$937

Save $913

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brussels

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Chicago to Brussels is typically 60+ days before departure. During the trailing 90 days, tickets bought within this window had an average price of $1095. In contrast, tickets purchased 28-59 days out averaged $1192, and those bought 0-6 days before departure were significantly higher, averaging $1647.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Brussels was considered to be $967 or less. The median price for this route was $1086. Fares above $1220 were historically in the higher price range for this route.

Historically, December has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Brussels, with a median price of $1016. January also offered favorable prices, with a median of $1046. The annual median price for this route was $1086, 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: $669 - $1,519

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Chicago to Brussels.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Brussels is typically between $669 and $1519. The current lowest deal is $389 with Scandinavian Airlines for travel from Dec 9-Dec 15.

now $389

Low $669

High $1,519

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Brussels

November

Cheapest

Flights from $1,036

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,052

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec