BRU
Brussels
Belgium
273 km
170 miles
LWR
Leeuwarden
Netherlands
Distance
273 km
170 mi / 148 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
18°
north northeast

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BRU LWR
Airport Name Brussels Airport Leeuwarden Air Base
IATA Code BRU LWR
ICAO Code EBBR EHLW
City Brussels Leeuwarden
Country Belgium Netherlands
Timezone Europe/Brussels Europe/Amsterdam
Elevation 184 ft 3 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 53.230000, 5.760000

Brussels (BRU) to Leeuwarden (LWR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Leeuwarden Air Base (LWR) in Leeuwarden, Netherlands is 273 kilometers (170 miles / 148 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Belgium with Netherlands. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:32 in Brussels, it's 00:32 in Leeuwarden.

The return flight from Leeuwarden (LWR) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 199° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brussels Airport (BRU) and Leeuwarden Air Base (LWR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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