Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to The Standard, Brussels

The drive from Brussels Zaventem Airport

The route covers 20 km (12 miles) and usually takes around 24 minutes by road. That is a short hop for an airport transfer, so you can be at The Standard, Brussels soon after landing. Allow extra time during the weekday morning and late-afternoon rush, when traffic on the roads into central Brussels slows noticeably. Roadworks and event days in the city can also add a few minutes, so a small buffer is sensible if you have a meeting or a dinner booking on arrival.

This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other. A private transfer means no changes and no waiting for a timetable: you go straight from the arrivals hall to your destination.

Choosing the right vehicle

For solo travellers, couples and small families, a private taxi is the natural choice, with options for up to 3 or up to 4 passengers. If you travel with several large suitcases, the 4-passenger taxi gives a little more flexibility, but check how much luggage you have before you decide.

Larger parties can choose a private minibus. The 8-seat minibus suits a group of friends or colleagues, while the 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56 and 64-seat minibuses cover conference delegations, wedding parties and tour groups. Pick the size by passenger count and luggage, and book the bigger vehicle if you are close to the limit.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House with a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage.

Places to stay in Brussels

Brussels has several long-established hotels in the city centre, all a short ride from wherever your transfer ends. If you are still choosing where to stay, these are well-known options:

• Hotel Metropole – a historic grand hotel on Place de Brouckère, open since the 19th century.
• Hotel Amigo – a well-known hotel in the heart of the old town, close to the Grand-Place.
• Hotel Le Plaza Brussels – a classic hotel with a long history, near the Botanique area.

Whichever address you are heading to, keep the full name and street handy in case your driver needs to confirm the drop-off point.