Brussels Airport (BRU) July 2025 Operational Report

Flight Activity Overview

Total Departing Flights: 8,204

Year-over-Year Change in Departing Flights: 4.44%

In July 2025, Brussels Airport handled 8,204 departures, a year‑over‑year change of 4.44% as carriers added capacity to summer peaks and restored frequencies to key European cities. The growth supports connectivity for Belgium and the Benelux region, with resilient short‑haul demand balancing selective long‑haul adjustments.

On-Time Performance and Cancellations

Departure On-Time Performance: 58.92%

Year-over-Year Change in On-Time Performance: 4.17%

Cancelled Flights: 63

Year-over-Year Change in Cancellations: −44.25%

Departure on‑time performance reached 58.92% (year over year 4.17%), with variability driven by convective weather over Western Europe and air traffic flow measures. Brussels Airport recorded 63 cancelled departures (year over year −44.25%), easing severe disruptions; partners are focusing on turn‑around discipline and staffing to smooth late‑day peaks for passengers.

Airlines Serving Brussels Airport

Brussels Airport is served by a mix of full‑service and low‑cost carriers linking European business centers and Mediterranean leisure markets, alongside long‑haul connections to North America and the Middle East. The hub role for Belgium supports frequent services to London, Paris and Frankfurt, with seasonal capacity layered onto summer demand.

Outlook

Over the next 4–8 weeks, schedules at Brussels Airport are expected to remain broadly stable with departure on‑time performance hovering near current levels; afternoon thunderstorms and weekend surges may still trigger localized delays. Passengers should prioritize morning departures, allow 60–90 minutes of buffer for security and connections on peak days, and monitor real‑time gate and weather updates via the NextFly App.