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$506+ Cheap flights from Bruxelles-National (BRU) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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BRU — IAD
ago. 19 — ago. 261
mar. 8/19
mar. 8/26
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bruxelles-National (BRU) to Dulles Intl (IAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated agosto 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$555
(Delta)

One-way from

$506
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$646

Good round-trip deal

$634 or less

Good one-way deal

$721 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 14, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/2110:50 amBRU - IAD
2 stops19h 09mBritish Airways
mié. 9/35:50 pmIAD - BRU
1 stop10h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/14$554
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/276:10 amBRU - IAD
2 stops19h 27mDelta
sáb. 10/412:08 pmIAD - BRU
2 stops15h 42mDelta
Deal found 8/13$555
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/2110:50 amBRU - IAD
2 stops19h 09mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/244:35 pmIAD - BRU
1 stop12h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$557
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/2310:45 amBRU - IAD
2 stops18h 41mVirgin Atlantic
sáb. 11/155:50 pmIAD - BRU
2 stops33h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/14$560
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/218:00 amBRU - IAD
1 stop13h 35mDelta
mié. 9/312:20 pmIAD - BRU
2 stops15h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/12$561
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/2110:45 amBRU - IAD
2 stops19h 36mVirgin Atlantic
mié. 9/312:20 pmIAD - BRU
2 stops14h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/12$562
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/2110:50 amBRU - IAD
1 stop12h 45mAmerican Airlines
mié. 9/35:50 pmIAD - BRU
1 stop10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$566
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/228:00 amBRU - IAD
2 stops17h 43mDelta
lun. 9/17:22 amIAD - BRU
2 stops20h 18mDelta
Deal found 8/13$567
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/2211:55 amBRU - IAD
Nonstop8h 40mUnited Airlines
dom. 1/45:45 pmIAD - BRU
Nonstop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$568

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

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BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

sáb. 9/27

6:10 am-7:37 pm

2 stops19h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 10/4

12:08 pm-9:50 am

2 stops15h 42m

$555

BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

sáb. 10/25

10:40 am-11:53 pm

2 stops19h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 11/8

6:20 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$557

BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

jue. 12/18

9:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 1/4

5:45 pm-7:15 am

Nonstop7h 30m

$561

BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

mar. 10/28

7:00 am-8:59 pm

2 stops18h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 11/2

9:45 am-7:50 am

1 stop16h 05m

$562

BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

jue. 10/30

7:00 am-8:59 pm

2 stops18h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 11/2

9:45 am-7:50 am

1 stop16h 05m

$562

BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

lun. 8/25

2:25 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 9/7

10:20 am-8:05 am

2 stops15h 45m

$565

BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

lun. 9/1

9:30 am-3:15 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 9/8

10:20 am-8:05 am

2 stops15h 45m

$565

BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

dom. 8/24

9:55 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops47h 25m

$506

BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

jue. 9/25

8:00 am-8:50 pm

3 stops18h 50m

$510

BrusselsWashington, D.C.

BRU - IAD

BRUIAD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

dom. 8/31

5:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$527

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Business class offers lie-flat beds and access to the largest beer selection in the sky.


Economy class includes seatback entertainment and a free meal on long-haul flights.

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Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Allegris economy offers 31-inch pitch seats with adjustable headrests for added comfort.


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Best time to book a flight from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dulles Intl from Bruxelles-National with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $302). Flying from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BRU to IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated agosto 14, 2025.

The most flights from BRU to IAD are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Rome (FCO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $691.

What’s the fastest layover option from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 10h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Rome (FCO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 10m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated agosto 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, such as United Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Lufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
Brussels Airlines
7.3
Good
349 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,317 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,266 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    British Airways, at $456, was found to be the cheapest airline from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Brussels Airlines. British Airways is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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    Consider Air Canada (80%), Austrian Airlines (80%) or SWISS (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $809 for a flight from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $577 while the most popular route, (Brussels Bruxelles-National - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $452.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $302). Flying from Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Bruxelles-National to Dulles Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated agosto 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$456Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$470Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$496Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$525Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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