Brussels to Leeuwarden flights
Leeuwarden lies 280 km (174 mi) north of Brussels, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 7 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Brussels | Leeuwarden | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Belgium | The Netherlands |
| Population | 1 million | 124,481 |
| Elevation | 28 m (92 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Brussels) | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) |
| Nearest large airport | BRU, 11 km out | GRQ, 52 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Leeuwarden
Crossing from Belgium into The Netherlands: sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +31; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Brussels
Brussels is served by 6 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Brussels Airport (BRU), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 11,936-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL, 44 km), Lille Airport (LIL, 93 km), Eindhoven Airport (EIN, 98 km), Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST, 100 km), Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (ANR, 39 km).
Arriving in Leeuwarden
Leeuwarden is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ), 52 km (32 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groningen Airport Eelde | GRQ | 52 km (32 mi) | 8,202 ft | 17 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Leeuwarden from Brussels?
280 km (174 mi) in a straight line, north of Brussels.
How long does it take to get from Brussels to Leeuwarden by air?
About 1 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Brussels and Leeuwarden?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Brussels to Leeuwarden flights?
Typically Brussels Airport (BRU) to Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ).
What currency do I need in Leeuwarden?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.