Brussels Airport has announced that on Monday, March 31. 2025, it will be closed for all departing flights. The main reason is a strike organized by employee unions, including security personnel. This work stoppage may also affect arriving flights. Passengers are advised to regularly check the status of their travel plans through the airport’s official channels and airline websites.

Impact on international traffic

As Brussels is one of Europe’s key air transport hubs, the strike is expected to cause disruptions in the aviation industry across Europe and globally. Many international airlines operate at this airport. That includes Air Canada, British Airways, Emirates, Lufthansa, and Qatar Airways, meaning there could be a ripple effect on flights from other cities.

Options for passengers

Brussels Airlines has not yet canceled any flights but is offering flexible options for passengers. These include the possibility of free rebooking or a refund. Other airlines, such as United Airlines, have also allowed passengers to change their landing destination at no extra cost, offering alternative airports such as Amsterdam (AMS) and Paris (CDG).

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Alternatives for traveling to Brussels

Passengers planning to travel to Belgium may consider arriving at nearby airports in Frankfurt, Cologne, or Zurich. From there, they can continue their journey by train or other means of transportation. A direct train line operates between Amsterdam and Brussels, with travel time slightly over two hours.

Increase in passenger numbers despite challenges

Despite these issues, statistics show that interest in traveling through Brussels is growing. In January 2025, over 1.5 million passengers passed through the airport, marking a significant increase compared to the previous year. This further highlights how the strike could impact a large number of passengers and airlines worldwide.

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