Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Hekelgem

The drive from Brussels Airport to Hekelgem

Hekelgem lies 32 km (20 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the drive normally takes about 26 minutes. The route leaves the airport area and heads west across the Brussels region into the Flemish countryside. Hekelgem is not one of the most frequently booked destinations, but the transfer is available on request just like any other route.

Travel times can be longer in the weekday morning and late-afternoon rush hours, when traffic around Brussels is heaviest. If you have a tight connection or an appointment shortly after landing, it is sensible to allow some extra margin.

Choosing the right vehicle

The vehicle you need depends mainly on group size and luggage:

• Private Taxi (1-3 or 1-4 passengers): suits solo travellers, couples, families and small groups with standard luggage.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats (1-8 passengers): a good choice for larger families or groups with extra suitcases.
• Private Minibus 16, 24 and 32 Seats: for wedding parties, team trips and company groups.
• Private Minibus 40 and 48 Seats: for large groups travelling together, such as event guests or tour parties.

If you are travelling with bulky items such as sports equipment or prams, choose the next size up for comfort.

About Hekelgem

Hekelgem is a village in the Affligem municipality in Flemish Brabant. The area is rural and quiet, with fields, small roads and a typical Flemish village character. The wider municipality is best known for Affligem Abbey and the abbey beer that carries its name. Since the setting is residential, it helps to have the exact street address ready so the driver can take you directly to the door.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House with a personalised name sign. The location is easy to find once you have collected your luggage. Head there after passing through arrivals and look for your name.