Flights Frankfurt → Brussels
FRA → BRU
Route overview
The flight route connects Frankfurt and Brussels, utilizing a diverse fleet of aircraft including Boeing 737 series, Embraer 190, Canadair Regional Jet 700, and Airbus A320 family models. The destination airport in Brussels sees over eighteen million passengers annually, reflecting its significant role as a transportation hub.
The Frankfurt (FRA) → Brussels (BRU) route is operated by Lufthansa Cargo, Brussels Airlines. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 16.4/100 (medium), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Brussels the average ATFM delay is 1.0 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from Frankfurt the average ATFM delay is 2.1 minutes.
Heading to Brussels: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Frankfurt (FRA) to Brussels (BRU) heads west for about 304 km, a flight time of roughly 48m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Frankfurt the average ATFM delay is 2.1 min (atfm); arriving into Brussels it is 1.0 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brussels Airlines (SN) | 94% | 9 min | 0.9% |
| Lufthansa Cargo (LH) | 76% | 15 min | 7.1% |
Airlines operating FRA-BRU
Frequently asked questions about FRA-BRU
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: Lufthansa Cargo, Brussels Airlines.
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The Frankfurt-Brussels route is about 304 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €250, barring extraordinary circumstances.
