AEL
Albert Lea
United States
6,864 km
4,265 miles
BRU
Brussels
Belgium
Distance
6,864 km
4,265 mi / 3,706 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
45°
northeast

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AEL BRU
Airport Name Albert Lea Municipal Airport Brussels Airport
IATA Code AEL BRU
ICAO Code KAEL EBBR
City Albert Lea Brussels
Country United States Belgium
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Brussels
Elevation 1,261 ft 184 ft
Coordinates 43.680000, -93.370000 50.900000, 4.480000

Albert Lea (AEL) to Brussels (BRU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) in Albert Lea, United States to Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium is 6,864 kilometers (4,265 miles / 3,706 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Belgium. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:25 in Albert Lea, it's 21:25 in Brussels. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,077 feet between the two airports. Brussels Airport sits lower than Albert Lea Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Brussels (BRU) to Albert Lea (AEL) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) and Brussels Airport (BRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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