Brussels Airport welcomed almost 11.7 million passengers during the first six months of 2026, despite industrial action and disruption caused by the conflict in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz. The airport also reported strong growth in cargo traffic, underlining its role as one of Europe‘s leading freight hubs.
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Brussels Airport is expecting 5.2 million passengers this summer holiday
5.2 million passengers will travel via Brussels Airport in July and August 2026, 4% more than last year. The summer holiday is traditionally the peak season at the airport, with the holiday rush starting as early as Friday 26 June.
Brussels Airport summer flight schedule: 180 non-stop destinations served by 70 airlines, 8 new routes and 5 new airlines
Brussels Airport kicks off the summer season on 29 March 2026 with an offer of direct flights to 180 destinations. Travellers can choose from eight new destinations this summer, both within and outside Europe.
REVIEW | SAS Scandinavian Airlines System – Brussels to Copenhagen – economy – Embraer E195LR
Easter 2025. I’m visiting my uncle and aunt in Leland, North Carolina. It’s my first trip of two to the United States in 2025. I haven’t seen them live since February 2020 just before the first lockdown and I haven’t travelled to this area since 2019. I’m flying with SAS and Delta. The itinerary: Brussels…
Brussels Airport now connected to Beijing, Chengdu, São Paulo, Chongqin, and Sälen, but loses the Caribbean
Brussels Airport in Zaventem will further expand its long-haul offer in the coming years, with several new intercontinental destinations joining the network. From March 2026, Air China will launch direct flights from Brussels Airport to Beijing and Chengdu, adding two major Asian destinations for Belgian travellers.
The best cities for gay cruising? London, Berlin, Paris, Madrid and Barcelona
A new Global Gay Cruising Index published by Erobella in September 2025 reveals where gay men around the world have the best chances for spontaneous erotic encounters, and Europe emerges as the undisputed leader.
Back On Track Belgium sees recognition for night trains in new Government Agreement but questions practicalities
Sleeper train travel advocacy group Back On Track Belgium has mixed feelings regarding the new Government Agreement in Belgium. The Kingdom has now a government after some eight months since the June 2024 elections. Such a long formation period is nowadays not unusual in Belgium and in Europe.