Cheap Flights to Ghent from £43

Q: When is the best time to fly to Ghent?

Peak Season: There are two popular times to travel to Ghent – winter and summer. The winter months are a great time to visit, as the city is in festive mode with various events and celebrations. The Light Festival Ghent, which usually takes place at the end of January to the beginning of February, is a magical event which sees the city lit up after dark with a number of ingenious light installations and performances. This is also the perfect time to get any last minute gifts at the Christmas Market or put on some skates at the Open-air ice rink. Throngs of tourists will be flocking to the city during this time, so flights to Ghent and accommodation is likely to be at a premium. June to August is another prime visiting time, as the sun is shining and temperatures are at their warmest, around 13 to 22 degrees Celsius. Off-peak Season: Although there’s no bad time to visit, you’ll have a better chance of finding a cheap flight to Ghent and lower hotel rates during the quieter months of October, (early) November, (end) February and March.

Flights to Ghent in 2021

Popular in	December	High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Cheapest in	May	Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average price	£83	Average for round-trip flights in March 2021
Round-trip from	£54	From London to Brussels

COVID Restrictions

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Can I fly to Ghent right now?

Yes, there are currently restrictions on flights to Ghent along with the rest of Belgium. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: Belgium has restricted the entry of all travellers who are not arriving from EEA Member States, Switzerland or the United Kingdom. Nationals, permanent residents, and long-term visa holders of EEA Member States, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, and their family members may still enter Belgium. Diplomats, humanitarian aid workers, and military personnel may also enter the country. Nationals of Andorra, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia, San Marino, Serbia and Vatican City may enter Belgium with proof of connection travel to their home country. Passenger flights are only allowed to operate between 7:00 am and 9:00 pm. This does not apply to humanitarian, repatriation, and United Nations flights. All arriving travelers must stay home for 14 days after returning from travel, monitor their health, and practice social distancing.. If you are looking to book a trip to Ghent and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about travelling during COVID-19.

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When is the best time to fly to Ghent?

Peak Season:

There are two popular times to travel to Ghent – winter and summer.

The winter months are a great time to visit, as the city is in festive mode with various events and celebrations. The Light Festival Ghent, which usually takes place at the end of January to the beginning of February, is a magical event which sees the city lit up after dark with a number of ingenious light installations and performances. This is also the perfect time to get any last minute gifts at the Christmas Market or put on some skates at the Open-air ice rink. Throngs of tourists will be flocking to the city during this time, so flights to Ghent and accommodation is likely to be at a premium.

June to August is another prime visiting time, as the sun is shining and temperatures are at their warmest, around 13 to 22 degrees Celsius.

Off-peak Season:

Although there’s no bad time to visit, you’ll have a better chance of finding a cheap flight to Ghent and lower hotel rates during the quieter months of October, (early) November, (end) February and March.

When is the best time to book a flight to Ghent?

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Ghent. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Ghent?

The cheapest flights to Ghent are usually found when departing on a Thursday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Sunday.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to BRU airport?

To get the best value, try booking a flight in the afternoon when visiting Ghent. Generally the prices will increase for flights at midday as these tend to have higher demand.

Ghent overview

A flight to Ghent will transport you to a city steeped in history: In addition to serving as the birthplace of Charles V, one of the most notable monarchs in European history and former Holy Emperor of the Roman Empire, Ghent is where the Treaty of Ghent was signed to conclude the War of 1812. This Belgian city, located in the province of Flanders, is home to majestic castles that have been standing since the 15th century.

Ghent was once the largest cloth producer in Europe and the largest medieval city after Paris, but today these beautiful stone backdrops provide a quaint setting for one of Belgium’s most underrated cities. Ghent normally takes a backseat to Bruges and Brussels, but visitors will find plenty to do here throughout their stay: Ghent hosts a milieu of marvellous festivals over the course of the calendar year, including the Gentse-Feesten each July and the International Film Festival of Flanders every October. Even if there’s no party scheduled for the dates coinciding with your holiday, the countless museums, cafes and cultural events are sure to make your visit to Ghent one you’ll never forget.

Ghent climate

You’re bound to encounter mild conditions in this Belgian city: Seasons tend to ease into each other with the transitional periods of autumn and spring acting as temperate buffers for Ghent’s cold winters and warm summers. November-January temperatures rarely dip below freezing and hover closely to 4 degrees Celsius, while June-August highs only reach up to 22 degrees Celsius on the hottest days.

Getting around Ghent

Travellers can explore the city on foot, by taxi or by renting a bicycle or Vespa. There is also a well organised and comprehensive network of trams and buses.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Visitors can’t get a direct flight to Ghent, as the city doesn’t have an airport, so the best option is to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU). From here travellers can either get a direct train or bus to the centre of Ghent.