Car Hire Brussels Airport
Mini guide to Brussels Airport
Brussels Airport, lying 13 km northeast of the city, is a major European aviation hub, with flights arriving from many international and transatlantic destinations. The airport is brightened up by frequent art exhibitions, and continued expansion will ensure that it continues to serve the increasing numbers of passengers.
One terminal deals with all flights, with facilities distributed across two piers.
Bars and restaurants are available throughout. Bars serve Belgian and international beers, with a wine and tapas bar also available near the boarding gate on Pier A. Further dining options include an Italian trattoria, Seafood Island and nearly 20 other restaurants including Pizza Hut and several fast food outlets.
An ample array of shops including airside duty-free outlets is provided in the terminal. Pier A shops include Bally, a leather goods store, Coronel Tapiocca, a travel accessories shop, bookstores, outlets selling specialty goods from Brussels such as chocolates and gourmet foods. Pier B has an equally extensive array of shops, with jewelry, clothing, electronics goods stores and many other outlets available. Medical facilities are also present at the airport.
A post office is on hand in the Arrivals hall, from 0800-1900 Monday-Friday. Bureau de change offices are located across the terminal, whilst you'll find ATMs in the arrivals hall and promenade.
Travellers can find faxing facilities located around the terminal, and data ports for laptop connection are also available. Fully equipped PCs are an additional option for those requiring computing facilities, while mobile phone rental is provide by Locaphone in the Arrivals hall.
The Skyport Corporate Meeting Centre, situated on the mezzanine level of the fourth floor, provides 10 small meeting rooms and secretarial services (Tel: (0) 2 714 0200). The Airport Forum (Tel: (0) 2 714 0770), positioned in the arrivals hall offers telecommunications facilities, as well as secretarial and business services. 3C in the Satellite and the upper floor of the Gallery of Light have PCs ready for use, as does 3C in the arrivals hall.
Toilets accessible to disabled travellers are provided in the airport. There are lifts between floors and wheelchairs are available on request.
Tourist information is located in the arrivals hall, along with a travel agent's desk.
