The Airport City Express train reaches Brussels-Midi (for Eurostar and Thalys connections) in about 17 minutes and Brussels-Central in about 20 minutes. Trains run every 30 minutes.
Things to do at Brussels Airport (BRU)
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At the airport
Things to do in Brussels Airport
Brussels Airport is a well-designed hub with solid retail and dining, including Belgian chocolates, waffles, and Trappist beers in the shopping area. The Airport City Express train connects the airport to Brussels Midi, Central, and Nord stations in about 17– 23 minutes — from which the Grand-Place, Manneken Pis, and the Atomium are easily reachable.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Brussels Airport
- Belgian chocolate shops (Neuhaus, Godiva, Pierre Marcolini) are well represented airside — an ideal layover shopping stop.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at BRU
2 Sanctifly partner lounges at Brussels Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestDiamond Lounge
At Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium, the Diamond Lounge is located airside in the Main Terminal – Pier A, making it a convenient airport lounge option once you’ve cleared formalities and are ready to relax before your travel continues. After passing passport control, head into the airside departures area and look for the lift. Take the lift up to level 2, then follow the clearly marked signs directing you to the Diamond Lounge. Staying airside means you won’t need to exit and re-enter security, so you can settle in efficiently and remain close to the gates in Pier A while you wait for your flight from Brussels Airport.Book Now
100 points per guestThe View
At Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium, the airport lounge The View is located airside in the Main Terminal – Pier B, making it a convenient stop once you’ve cleared the formalities. After completing passport control and the security check, continue through the airside area toward gates B01 to B05. When you reach this gate area, look directly opposite the gates for the access point to the lounges. You will find both stairs and elevators there, which will take you up to The View. This clear, central location near gates B01–B05 helps streamline your travel through Brussels Airport, whether you’re connecting onward or simply looking for a comfortable airport lounge before boarding.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.