Brussels Airport to Close for Departing Flights
Travelers planning to fly from Brussels Airport need to prepare for significant disruptions on March 31, 2025. The airport has announced that it will be closed to all departing flights due to a planned strike by several labor organizations, which includes security staff. This closure is expected to affect multiple international airlines operating in and out of the airport, potentially leading to a ripple effect across Europe and beyond.
Flight Cancellations and Alternatives
In an official advisory, Brussels Airport indicated that while departing flights would be canceled, there may also be cancellations on arriving flights. Passengers are strongly encouraged to check the status of their flights directly with their airlines or via the airport’s website or app to avoid any surprises. Airlines such as Brussels Airlines are currently monitoring the situation and have yet to cancel flights but are offering free rebooking options to ease potential inconveniences.
Travel Preparation and Alternatives
For those with travel plans around this date, it is important to stay informed. United Airlines has issued travel alerts, allowing passengers to reschedule trips without incurring change fees or opt to fly into alternative airports such as Amsterdam (AMS) or Paris (CDG) without additional fare costs. Other viable alternatives include flying into Frankfurt, Cologne, or Zurich, among others. Additionally, efficient rail options like nonstop train services from Amsterdam to Brussels provide a workaround, taking roughly two hours and seven minutes.
