Brussels is at the heart of Europe with a profound history, lovely art and cultural heritage to be proud of.
Trains are 110% more expensive in Brussels than in Athens.
The average meal is 30% more expensive in Brussels than in Athens.
Taxis are 20% more expensive in Brussels than in Athens.
Coffee is 1% more expensive in Brussels than in Athens.
Athens is a captivating city proud of its rich history and ancient culture. It is also where you can find Athens International Airport, the primary airport serving the capital and the nation. There are 67 scheduled airlines and 17 low-cost carriers operating at the airport flying to 118 destinations. It is equipped with two runways and two terminals to serve both commuter and cargo needs. Passengers waiting for their flights to board can make use of several amenities and services available at the airport from shops and restaurants to ATMs and business lounges. There are also health facilities, including a First Aid Station, pharmacy and automated external defibrillators (AED) for emergency situations.
Taking a taxi from Athens centre to the airport is your best bet if you are travelling with luggage. Taxis and shuttle services can be booked easily from your hotel or online. If you want to ride the bus, there are several routes from the city that go to AIA. Look out for Line X95 at Syntagma, X96 at Piraeus, X97 at Elliniko and X93 at Kifisou Avenue. To return your rental car at the airport, drive along the A6/E54 towards Attiki Odos (A62) in Spata Loutsa. Trains are another means of reaching the airport and you can board one at the Athens Central Railway Station that will take you to AIA.
Brussels is Belgium's intriguing capital, home to various EU institutions and the headquarters of NATO. Beyond the bureaucratic stature are beautiful buildings, ornate museums, grand palaces and quaint squares. With its mash up of different cultures, Brussels offers international cuisine in addition to traditional Belgian fare which deserves a separate accolade. Then there are gorgeous chocolates and hundreds of beers that you can enjoy anywhere in the city. For antiques lovers, Brussels' Sablon quarter is a must visit, while night owls will have no problem adapting to the lively bars and clubs that take on a different life after dusk.
Passengers who booked flights from Athens to Brussels will land at Brussels Airport /Zaventem or Brussels South Charleroi Airport. From Zaventem, you can get into a taxi located outside of the arrivals hall. The train station is located on level -1 of the terminal. On level 0, you can take the bus (De Lijn) to town. Moreover, the Airport Line number 12 is an express bus service that can drop you from the airport to the European quarter. Alternatively, Brussels' centre can be reached using car sharing, hotel shuttles or limo services. From Brussels South, you can opt for shuttles, trains, taxis or buses to reach Brussels city.