A member of the Star Alliance, Brussels Airlines is the flag carrier of Brussels. The airline is headquartered at the Brussels Airport, Zaventem, Belgium. Brussels Airlines enjoys a wide network, operating more than 300 daily flights to over 90 African and European destinations. The airline also flies to the United States of America. On long haul flights, the airline offers 2 classes of service � Business and Economy. On short haul flights, the airline offers 4 classes of service � Check & Go, Light & Relax, Flex & Fast, and Bizz & Class.
In-flight Amenities
Business Class and Economy Class are the 2 classes of service offered on long haul flights. Business Class passengers get a choice between 3 main dishes and 2 appetizers which are served with salad, dessert and wines. Similarly, Economy Class passengers are given a choice between different hot meals served with dessert, salad and complimentary drinks. While Business Class passengers relax on seats that can be converted into flat beds, Economy Class passengers are offered seats that come with features like ample legroom and headspace. In-flight entertainment is offered in both the classes, and includes a collection of movies, audio channels and television programs.
On short haul flights, there are 4 classes of service � Check & Go, Light & Relax, Flex & Fast, and Bizz & Class. For both �Bizz & Class� and �Flex & Fast� classes, middle seat is kept free so your privacy is taken care of. In both these classes passengers are offered complimentary food and drinks. While in �Check & Go� and �Light & Relax� classes passengers are offered comfortable seats, they are not offered complimentary food and drinks.
Destinations
Brussels Airlines flies to many top tourist destinations including:
- London
- Istanbul
- Madrid
- Rome
- Berlin
- Tel Aviv
- Nairobi
- Abidjan
- Entebbe
Flying from the UK
Brussels Airlines operates flights from many airports in the UK including London Heathrow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham.
Baggage
While Business Class passengers are offered hand baggage allowance of 16 kg (2 bags) and checked baggage allowance of 64 kg (2 bags), in the Economy Class passengers are offered hand baggage allowance of 12 kg (1 bag + 1 accessory) and checked baggage allowance of 23-46 kg (1 or 2 bags). In the �Bizz & Class� passengers are offered hand baggage allowance of 16 kg (2 bags) and checked baggage allowance of 64 kg (2 bags). Similarly in the �Flex & Fast� and �Light and Relax� classes, passengers are offered hand baggage allowance of 12 kg (1 bag + 1 accessory) and checked baggage allowance of 23 kg (1 bag). In the �Check & Go� class passengers are only allowed hand baggage allowance of 12 kg (1 bag + 1 accessory) and no checked baggage allowance.
Other Services & Facilities
Check-in: With the online check-in facility you can select your desired seat from your computer in an instant, saving you the trouble of standing in long queues at the airport. Web check-in begins 24 hours in advance and ends 1 hour before the flight�s scheduled departure.
Frequent Flyer Program: Brussels Airlines has partnered with the �Miles & More� Program which is considered one of the best frequent flyer programs in the world. Meaning you can earn free miles on flights, hotel stays, car rentals, shopping and many more activities. These miles can be redeemed for many rewards including free tickets, free stays, excess baggage allowance, class upgrades and much more.
Lounges: Don�t enjoy waiting? No need to worry, Brussels Airlines operates many lounges where passengers can not only relax, but also enjoy facilities like complimentary snacks, Wi-Fi access, reading material and much more.
