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How to get from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Brussels City Center and Other Destinations
Before going on a trip to Belgium capital, tourists usually search for information about how to get from Zaventem Airport to Brussels city center. It is necessary to note that the capital has two international air terminals, and Zaventem, which is pretty close to the center, is the main one. The majority of planes land here, even though budget airlines prefer South Charleroi Airport which is a bit farther.
Taxi from Brussels Zaventem Airport
The price of a taxi from Brussels Zaventem Airport to the city center is around 45 euros. You should go the official queue which is situated in front of the Arrivals hall exit. Before the taxi trip starts ask the driver about possible methods of payment. Unfortunately, sometimes it is impossible for passengers to pay by credit card in a taxi.
Transfer from Brussels Zaventem Airport
Most of the travelers do not like waiting for public transport or taxi. If you are among them, a Kiwitaxi transfer will be the best solution for you. A friendly transfer driver will meet you close to the arrival area and help you with luggage. The price is fixed, a transfer from Brussels Zaventem Airport to the city center in an economy class car costs 44 euros.
Our drivers are ready to pick you up whenever you want and take you not only to the city center but to other cities. For instance, a transfer from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Bruges will cost 150 euros, and to Antwerp – 60 euros.
Public transport from Brussels Zaventem Airport
If the price is a major factor when choosing a vehicle to get to the city center, you might decide that bus is the best idea. The Airport Line offers you two buses, number 12 is available on weekdays until 8 pm, number 21 is at your service in the weekdays’ evenings and on weekends. The fare is around 5 euros. You can obtain a ticket with your credit card or coins from a ticket machine or with cash from the driver. So, make sure to have some local cash with you when choosing public transport.
Also, there are trains which run around 5 times an hour. A 15-minute trip from the air hub to the Central Train Station will cost you around 10 euros.
Useful information
The most popular souvenirs Brussels are beer, chocolate, a small version of a famous Manneken Pis and comic strips, as this city is known as the capital of the 9th art. The majority of people in the city speak French, around 15% speak Flemish, the Dutch dialect. However, English is very common in the Belgian capital.