Are there direct flights from Chicago to Brussels?

Direct flights from Chicago to Brussels are not very common. Historically, only 2.2% of flights on this route have been direct. When a direct option is not available, connecting flights typically involve two stopovers. Travelers should anticipate that most journeys will include at least one stop.

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

The typical direct flight from Chicago to Brussels takes approximately 8 hours. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 13 hours and 50 minutes. The air distance between Chicago and Brussels is approximately 6675 kilometers. Travelers should factor in the additional time required for connecting flights when planning their journey.

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

Cheap flights from Chicago to Brussels come up with regular frequency. This route is classified as having a consistent availability of deals. Travelers can typically find favorable prices across the trailing 30-day period. While specific deal counts are not provided, the route's classification indicates that opportunities for good value fares are not uncommon.

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Chicago to Brussels: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Brussels

A typical journey from Chicago to Brussels takes about 8h 0m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this median duration reflects the overall travel experience, rather than just non-stop flight time. You'll find that most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chicago to Brussels, prices typically range from $967–$1220, with a median of $1086. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals show up several times a week, so consistent monitoring can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Brussels? The most affordable month to fly is typically December, with a median fare of $1016. Following closely are January, with a median fare of $1046, and September, where the median fare is $1056. These months offer the best value compared to other times of the year.

The distance between Chicago and Brussels is approximately 6675 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance means that flights will typically involve extended travel times, often with layovers, making proper planning for the journey essential.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Brussels

Regular price: $588 - $1,348

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

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Brussels is between $588 and $1348. The current lowest deal is $664 with Icelandair, for travel from Nov 16-Dec 10.

now $664

Low $588

High $1,348

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

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$825

$776

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$715

$801

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$699

$809

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$700

$809

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$712

$801

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Icelandair

$691

$627

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 15

$758 → $625

18%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

$787 → $671

15%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$782 → $669

14%

8 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 10

$761 → $671

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Brussels

Chicago - Brussels route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Chicago to Brussels are near the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for deals

Historically, December, January, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 36h 33m

Connecting flights from Chicago to Brussels typically take 36h 33m, while direct flights take 8h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 97.8% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Chicago to Brussels appear regularly, with a median of 2 stopovers.

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

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport is an alternative for flights to Brussels, with prices from $572.

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

💸 Flights from ~$572

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport is another option for flights to Brussels, with prices from $1470.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,470

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

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Best Elite deals to Brussels

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Dec 19

Brussels, Belgium

90% AI deal score

$22,200

$15,243

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From ORD

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Nov 09

Brussels, Belgium

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$23,664

$16,848

Save $6,816

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Business Class

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Nov 15

Brussels, Belgium

90% AI deal score

$23,351

$16,881

Save $6,470

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Jan 06

Brussels, Belgium

84% AI deal score

$2,576

$2,223

Save $353

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Nov 16

Brussels, Belgium

84% AI deal score

$2,666

$2,261

Save $405

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 16

Brussels, Belgium

84% AI deal score

$24,858

$20,135

Save $4,723

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 28

Brussels, Belgium

83% AI deal score

$2,855

$2,442

Save $413

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 28

Brussels, Belgium

83% AI deal score

$2,812

$2,442

Save $370

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 28

Brussels, Belgium

83% AI deal score

$2,884

$2,442

Save $442

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 28

Brussels, Belgium

82% AI deal score

$2,795

$2,439

Save $356

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 28

Brussels, Belgium

82% AI deal score

$2,795

$2,442

Save $353

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Jan 09

Brussels, Belgium

81% AI deal score

$2,708

$2,492

Save $216

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brussels

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Chicago to Brussels are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $1095. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out typically average $1192, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average $1647. It is generally advisable to plan ahead to secure more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Brussels is considered to be $967 or less. The median price for this route was $1086. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares being $1220 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices around or below the $967 threshold.

Based on historical data over the trailing 270 days, December typically offers some of the lowest median prices for flights from Chicago to Brussels, averaging $1016. January and September also show favorable median prices at $1046 and $1056, respectively. The annual median price for this route is $1086. While September appears on the list of cheapest months, it also represents the most expensive month on average, indicating potential price volatility.

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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: $588 - $1,348

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

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Brussels is between $588 and $1348. The current lowest deal is $664 with Icelandair, for travel from Nov 16-Dec 10.

now $664

Low $588

High $1,348

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

Direct flights from Chicago to Brussels

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Brussels

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$825

$776

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$715

$801

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$699

$809

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$700

$809

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Scandinavian Airlines

$712

$801

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Brussels

Chicago (ORD) - Brussels (BRU)

Icelandair

$691

$627

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 15

$758 → $625

18%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

$787 → $671

15%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$782 → $669

14%

8 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 10

$761 → $671

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Brussels

Chicago - Brussels route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Chicago to Brussels are near the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for deals

Historically, December, January, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 36h 33m

Connecting flights from Chicago to Brussels typically take 36h 33m, while direct flights take 8h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 97.8% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Chicago to Brussels appear regularly, with a median of 2 stopovers.

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

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport is an alternative for flights to Brussels, with prices from $572.

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

💸 Flights from ~$572

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport is another option for flights to Brussels, with prices from $1470.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,470

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.

Brussels, Belgium

81% AI deal score

$2,708

$2,492

Save $216

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brussels

Cheap Flights from Chicago to Brussels

Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Brussels

Chicago to Brussels: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Brussels

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Brussels

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Brussels

Direct flights from Chicago to Brussels

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Brussels

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Brussels

Chicago - Brussels route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in December for deals

Connecting flights take 36h 33m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Chicago main airports to depart from

Brussels main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brussels used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brussels

Best Elite deals to Brussels

Dec 19

Nov 09

Nov 15

Jan 06

Nov 16

Dec 16

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 28

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Jan 09

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brussels

When should I buy Chicago to Brussels tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Chicago to Brussels?

What's the best month to fly from Chicago to Brussels?

Are there direct flights from Chicago to Brussels?

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

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

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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

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Brussels

Direct flights from Chicago to Brussels

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Brussels

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Brussels

Chicago - Brussels route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in December for deals

Connecting flights take 36h 33m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Chicago main airports to depart from

Brussels main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brussels used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brussels

Best Elite deals to Brussels

Dec 19

Nov 09

Nov 15

Jan 06

Nov 16

Dec 16

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 28

Jan 09

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brussels

When should I buy Chicago to Brussels tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Chicago to Brussels?

What's the best month to fly from Chicago to Brussels?