Zaanstad to Brussels flights
Brussels lies 181 km (113 mi) south of Zaanstad, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 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.
| Zaanstad | Brussels | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | The Netherlands | Belgium |
| Population | 140,085 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 2 m (7 ft) | 28 m (92 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) | UTC+2 (Europe/Brussels) |
| Nearest large airport | AMS, 16 km out | BRU, 11 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Brussels
Crossing from The Netherlands into Belgium: sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +32; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648793.
Airports at each end
Leaving Zaanstad
Zaanstad is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM, 61 km).
Arriving in 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).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brussels Airport | BRU | 11 km (7 mi) | 11,936 ft | 175 ft |
| Brussels South Charleroi Airport | CRL | 44 km (27 mi) | 10,023 ft | 614 ft |
| Lille Airport | LIL | 93 km (58 mi) | 9,268 ft | 157 ft |
| Eindhoven Airport | EIN | 98 km (61 mi) | 9,843 ft | 74 ft |
| Maastricht Aachen Airport | MST | 100 km (62 mi) | 9,022 ft | 375 ft |
| Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (regional) | ANR | 39 km (24 mi) | 4,954 ft | 39 ft |
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Staying in Brussels
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Common questions
How far is Brussels from Zaanstad?
181 km (113 mi) in a straight line, south of Zaanstad.
How long does it take to get from Zaanstad to Brussels by air?
About 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zaanstad and Brussels?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Zaanstad to Brussels flights?
Typically Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU); Brussels also has CRL, LIL, EIN, MST, ANR.
What currency do I need in Brussels?
The Euro (EUR).
Where can I stay in Brussels?
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Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.