View of Brussels' iconic Palais de Justice with parked cars and urban landscape. — flights from Abu Dhabi to Brussels
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Flights from Abu Dhabi to Zaventem

Nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Zaventem (BRU) take about 6h 57m (5,166 km). Etihad Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $738 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Zaventem

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

View of Brussels' iconic Palais de Justice with parked cars and urban landscape. — arriving in Zaventem

Airport transfer

BRU → Brussels, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Abu Dhabi →1 lounge at Abu Dhabi AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresBRU to Brussels: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Zaventem →29 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Airlines flying Abu Dhabi to Zaventem

Carriers on AUH–BRU according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Etihad Airwaysnonstop fare seen

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Frequently asked questions — Abu Dhabi to Zaventem flights

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Zaventem?
A nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Zaventem (BRU) takes about 6h 57m, covering 5,166 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Abu Dhabi from Zaventem by air?
The great-circle distance between Zayed International Airport and Brussels Airport is 5,166 km (3,210 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Abu Dhabi to Zaventem?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AUH–BRU route include Etihad Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Abu Dhabi to Zaventem cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AUH–BRU was $738 USD with Etihad Airways (nonstop), departing 2 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from UAE to Zaventem?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Zaventem visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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