Brussels Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 16h 8m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Brussels Airport
Brussels Airport is the main international airport of Belgium. It is located in the municipality of Zaventem in Flemish Brabant, 12 km northeast of Brussels. Also informally known as Brussels-National Airport or Brussels-Zaventem Airport, Brussels Airport handled more than 26 million passengers in 2019, making it the 26th-busiest airport in Europe. It is home to around 260 companies, together directly employing 20,000 people and serves as the home base for Brussels Airlines and TUI fly Belgium. The airport covers 1,245 hectares and contains three runways.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EBBRLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07L / 25R▸ displaced | 11,936 ft / 3,638 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 07R / 25L▸ displaced | 10,535 ft / 3,211 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 01 / 19▸ displaced | 9,800 ft / 2,987 m | 164 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (11)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.255 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS ARR | 132.475 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS DEP | 121.755 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.950 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 126.630 MHz |
| GND | GND South | 121.880 MHz |
| GND | GND North | 118.055 MHz |
| OPS | MELSBROEK OPS | 140.575 MHz |
| TWR | TWR (RWY 07R/25L and 01) | 118.605 MHz |
| TWR | TWR (RWY 07L/25R or 19) | 120.780 MHz |
| UNIC | ABELAG UNICOM | 130.550 MHz |
Services & operations
Normal operations have resumed after a recent strike affecting check-in and boarding.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(5)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOWER CTA BRUSSELS MINUS LUXEMBOURG AND SEA | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| BRUSSELS TMA 2 BRUSSELS DEP | Class C | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| BRUSSELS TMA 1 BRUSSELS DEP | Class C | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| BRUSSELS CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| EB-R78 - TEMPO VFR PROHIBITED ZONE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL195 |
| EB-R77 - TEMPO VFR PROHIBITED ZONE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL195 |
| EB-R77 - TEMPO VFR PROHIBITED ZONE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL195 |
| LOW FLYING AREA GOLF 1 | Special use | Gliding sector | 4500 ft MSL | FL055 |
| EB-R78 - TEMPO VFR PROHIBITED ZONE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Belgium airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zendmast Sint-Pieters-Leeuw | 984 ft | 131 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 761 ft | 302 ft | — |
| ecopower | 492 ft | 190 ft | — |
| ecopower | 492 ft | 171 ft | — |
| Tour du Midi - Zuidertoren | 492 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Tour Rogier - Rogiertoren | 492 ft | 75 ft | — |
| ecopower | 492 ft | 144 ft | — |
| ecopower | 492 ft | 121 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Brussels Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Brussels Airport?
The ICAO code for Brussels Airport is EBBR, and its IATA code is BRU.
Where is Brussels Airport located?
Brussels Airport is large airport located in Zaventem, Belgium, at an elevation of 175 ft (53 m).
How many runways does Brussels Airport have?
Brussels Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 11,936 ft / 3,638 m.
Which airlines fly to Brussels Airport?
Airlines historically serving Brussels Airport include Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, AeroMéxico, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Algerie, among 63 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Brussels Airport?
Historical data lists 144 nonstop destinations from Brussels Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Brussels Airport in?
Brussels Airport is in the Europe/Brussels time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Brussels Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Brussels Airport is approximately 2.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Brussels Airport?
The nearest airport to Brussels Airport is Melsbroek Air Base (EBMB), about 0.8 nm to the nne, followed by Grimbergen Airfield and Beauvechain Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Brussels Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.