Travelling from Brussels to Dresden Airport (DRS): What you need to know
Dresden's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels. Dresden Airport is located in Dresden.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to DRS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like October. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Brussels to DRS that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BRU and DRS include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Brussels to Dresden Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Brussels Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Brussels Airport, 72% land on schedule at their destination.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Break up your flight from Brussels to Dresden Airport with a stop at Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI). A major connection between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and DRS, it's the perfect opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
You can get to CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Brussels to DRS flight? Check in to a hotel near Brussels South Charleroi Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
72% of flights taking off from Brussels South Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Dresden Airport (DRS)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Dresden Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near DRS and turn in quicker:
Pick up a Dresden Airport rental car and discover Dresden and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Brussels to Dresden Airport flight.
Getting from Dresden Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Dresden. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Dresden Airport (DRS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Dresden Airport is $244. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $410. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Brussels to DRS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Brussels to Dresden Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Brussels to Dresden Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Dresden Airport (DRS)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Dresden. September is when most people book flights from Brussels to Dresden Airport (DRS), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Brussels to DRS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Dresden, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has temperatures of between -9ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Dresden Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Dresden
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dresden right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Dresden Airport:
Your Dresden visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include Dresden Christmas Market, Zwinger and Dresden Elbe Valley.
Explore more of Germany
Dresden has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. Around 153 kilometres north of Dresden, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Around 97 kilometres west of Dresden, Leipzig is another favourite stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Oper Leipzig, Leipzig Museum of Fine Arts and Stadt Leipzig.