Explore the latest Brussels Airlines (SN) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Brussels Airlines was founded on November 7, 2006. It is the largest airline and the national carrier of Belgium. The company is headquartered at Brussels Airport, Diegem, Machelen, Belgium. The main hub of the airline is Brussels Airport. Brussels Airlines is a member of the Star Alliance. The airline mainly operates flights to East, Central, and West Africa. In total, Brussels Airlines serves 121 routes. The company's fleet consists of 39 aircrafts.
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Each piece of hand luggage may not be larger than 55 x 40 x 23 cm (L x W x H). In addition, baggage must be 23 kg or less and 158 cm (L x W x H) for Economy Classes and 32 kg or less and 158 cm (L x W x H) for Business classes.
Cats and dogs are allowed in the cabin as long as the total weight with the carrier does not exceed 18 pounds (8 kg). In addition, animals must not be less than 12 weeks old. For pets traveling in the cabin, carriers must not exceed 118 cm. Pets that weigh more than the weight allowed in the cabin may instead be transported in the cargo hold. If you plan to transport your pet alone or if it weighs more than 20 kg, your pet must be transported in the cargo hold. Small carriers measuring 53 cm x 36 cm x 38 cm must be used for pets transported in the cargo area.
Children under two years of age (24 months) do not need a separate seat. You must purchase a child fare for 10% of the ticket price. If one adult is traveling with two infants, you must purchase a child ticket for one of the infants.
Registration can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online check-in begins 24 hours before departure and ends two hours before departure (short-haul flights) and three hours before departure (long-haul flights). Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 60 minutes before departure.
According to Brussels Airlines child travel guidance, children aged five through eleven may travel without an accompanying adult using the airline assistance service, or with a traveller aged at least twelve. Assistance for older teenagers can be requested separately. Confirm the exact eligibility, nationality-specific requirements, documentation and connecting itinerary with Brussels Airlines before booking.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Brussels Airlines.
What cabin baggage does Brussels Airlines short-haul Basic include?
It includes one personal item measuring 40 × 30 × 15 cm. HON, Senator and Star Gold members may bring an additional cabin case.
What cabin baggage is included in other Brussels Airlines economy fares and long-haul premium economy?
You may bring one 8 kg case measuring 55 × 40 × 23 cm and one personal item measuring 40 × 30 × 15 cm.
Can I bring two cabin cases in Brussels Airlines business class?
Normally, you may bring two 8 kg cases measuring 55 × 40 × 23 cm and a personal item. Some countries, including the United States and India, may restrict the second case.
Do duty-free purchases have an additional cabin allowance on Brussels Airlines?
No. They must fit within your cabin baggage allowance.
Can I pay cash for noncompliant cabin baggage on Brussels Airlines?
No. Payment is by credit card only, and the fee is generally higher than purchasing checked baggage in advance.
What checked baggage is included in Brussels Airlines short-haul fares?
Economy Basic and Light include none; Comfort, Green and Flex include one 23 kg bag. Business Comfort and Green include one 32 kg bag, while Flex includes two 32 kg bags.
What checked baggage does Brussels Airlines long-haul Light include?
Economy Light includes none, Premium Economy Light includes one 23 kg bag, and Business Light includes one 32 kg bag. Each bag is limited to 158 cm in combined dimensions.
When must I purchase extra baggage from Brussels Airlines?
Add it before check-in and at least two hours before departure. Online or Service Centre purchases are generally cheaper.
What checked baggage allowance does Brussels Airlines provide for infants aged 0–23 months?
It normally includes one 23 kg bag, except on short-haul Basic and Light fares. The adult may purchase an additional allowance.
What should I do if I need more than five additional bags on Brussels Airlines?
Register them with the Service Centre before departure.
Brussels Airlines Flights, Routes & Travel Guide
Explore the latest Brussels Airlines (SN) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Explore the latest Brussels Airlines (SN) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Brussels Airlines was founded on November 7, 2006. It is the largest airline and the national carrier of Belgium. The company is headquartered at Brussels Airport, Diegem, Machelen, Belgium. The main hub of the airline is Brussels Airport. Brussels Airlines is a member of the Star Alliance. The airline mainly operates flights to East, Central, and West Africa. In total, Brussels Airlines serves 121 routes. The company's fleet consists of 39 aircrafts.
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Each piece of hand luggage may not be larger than 55 x 40 x 23 cm (L x W x H). In addition, baggage must be 23 kg or less and 158 cm (L x W x H) for Economy Classes and 32 kg or less and 158 cm (L x W x H) for Business classes.
Cats and dogs are allowed in the cabin as long as the total weight with the carrier does not exceed 18 pounds (8 kg). In addition, animals must not be less than 12 weeks old. For pets traveling in the cabin, carriers must not exceed 118 cm. Pets that weigh more than the weight allowed in the cabin may instead be transported in the cargo hold. If you plan to transport your pet alone or if it weighs more than 20 kg, your pet must be transported in the cargo hold. Small carriers measuring 53 cm x 36 cm x 38 cm must be used for pets transported in the cargo area.
Children under two years of age (24 months) do not need a separate seat. You must purchase a child fare for 10% of the ticket price. If one adult is traveling with two infants, you must purchase a child ticket for one of the infants.
Registration can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online check-in begins 24 hours before departure and ends two hours before departure (short-haul flights) and three hours before departure (long-haul flights). Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 60 minutes before departure.
According to Brussels Airlines child travel guidance, children aged five through eleven may travel without an accompanying adult using the airline assistance service, or with a traveller aged at least twelve. Assistance for older teenagers can be requested separately. Confirm the exact eligibility, nationality-specific requirements, documentation and connecting itinerary with Brussels Airlines before booking.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Brussels Airlines.
What cabin baggage does Brussels Airlines short-haul Basic include?
It includes one personal item measuring 40 × 30 × 15 cm. HON, Senator and Star Gold members may bring an additional cabin case.
What cabin baggage is included in other Brussels Airlines economy fares and long-haul premium economy?
You may bring one 8 kg case measuring 55 × 40 × 23 cm and one personal item measuring 40 × 30 × 15 cm.
Can I bring two cabin cases in Brussels Airlines business class?
Normally, you may bring two 8 kg cases measuring 55 × 40 × 23 cm and a personal item. Some countries, including the United States and India, may restrict the second case.
Do duty-free purchases have an additional cabin allowance on Brussels Airlines?
No. They must fit within your cabin baggage allowance.
Can I pay cash for noncompliant cabin baggage on Brussels Airlines?
No. Payment is by credit card only, and the fee is generally higher than purchasing checked baggage in advance.
What checked baggage is included in Brussels Airlines short-haul fares?
Economy Basic and Light include none; Comfort, Green and Flex include one 23 kg bag. Business Comfort and Green include one 32 kg bag, while Flex includes two 32 kg bags.
What checked baggage does Brussels Airlines long-haul Light include?
Economy Light includes none, Premium Economy Light includes one 23 kg bag, and Business Light includes one 32 kg bag. Each bag is limited to 158 cm in combined dimensions.
When must I purchase extra baggage from Brussels Airlines?
Add it before check-in and at least two hours before departure. Online or Service Centre purchases are generally cheaper.
What checked baggage allowance does Brussels Airlines provide for infants aged 0–23 months?
It normally includes one 23 kg bag, except on short-haul Basic and Light fares. The adult may purchase an additional allowance.
What should I do if I need more than five additional bags on Brussels Airlines?
Register them with the Service Centre before departure.