Travelling from Brussels to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Brussels to Santander Airport (SDR). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's main airports.
Santander (where Santander Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
With 3 direct flights a week between the two airports, Brussels Airport (BRU) to Santander Airport (SDR) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 07:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from BRU to SDR is with Ryanair at 18:20.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to SDR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Brussels to SDR leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
BRU is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Santander Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) operates nonstop flights from Brussels to Santander Airport (SDR).
From CRL, direct flights from Brussels to SDR are offered by Ryanair.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Brussels to Santander Airport, check out these options when leaving from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Valencia Airport (VLC)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
CRL is about 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It takes 56 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Brussels to SDR, unwind in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
About Santander Airport (SDR)
Reserve a hotel near SDR if you're taking a late flight from Brussels to Santander Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
From Santander Airport, Santander is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Santander Airport (SDR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Santander Airport is R 318. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 637. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from Brussels to SDR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Brussels to Santander Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when fares go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Brussels to SDR.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Brussels to Santander Airport.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Santander Airport (SDR)
April is the quietest time to travel to Santander. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Santander Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Santander is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Brussels to SDR in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Santander Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Santander
After booking your flight from Brussels to Santander Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santander:
Segunda Playa Del Sardinero and Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria are a couple of major attractions to put on your Santander travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Jardines de Piquío Jardines de Piquio.
Complete your Santander trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Brussels to Santander Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Santander. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
