Brussels Airport to Ghent transfer

Private transfer from Brussels Airport to Ghent. Travel directly from BRU arrivals to your hotel, home, station, university or business destination.

Pre-book a private airport taxi from Brussels Airport Zaventem to Ghent. The transfer is prepared around your flight details, passenger count, luggage and complete destination, with one vehicle reserved for your own travelling party.

  • Available 24/7 by reservation
  • Private vehicle only
  • Airport pickup linked to your flight
  • Direct transport to Ghent
Historic guild houses beside the Graslei waterfront in Ghent, Belgium
International arrival route Brussels Airport BRU · Ghent Direct transportation to the historic centre, Gent-Sint-Pieters, Gent-Dampoort, Flanders Expo, a hotel or another accessible Ghent destination.
Photo: Steven Lek / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Cropped for display
Pickup from Brussels Airport BRU
Vehicle reserved for your party
Passengers and luggage planned together
Drop-off at your Ghent destination
One complete airport journey

Continue beyond the airport and railway station to the address where you are actually staying.

International travellers reaching Ghent by public transport may need to move through Brussels Airport, locate the railway station, select the correct train and arrange a final connection from Gent-Sint-Pieters or Gent-Dampoort.

A private Brussels Airport to Ghent transfer combines those stages in one reservation. The driver collects the booked party according to the confirmed meeting arrangement and continues to the hotel, residence, station, university, conference venue or business address included in the booking.

Pre-booked airport pickup The journey is arranged before arrival using your flight, passenger and contact information.
Direct private transportation No unrelated passengers are collected along the way to a different destination.
Complete Ghent destination Enter the property name, street, number, postcode and correct vehicle-accessible entrance.
Confirm the correct Brussels airport

This route begins at Brussels Airport Zaventem, airport code BRU.

Brussels Airport and Brussels South Charleroi Airport are separate airports. Check the IATA code on the airline ticket before requesting your transfer to Ghent.

Airport code check

Match the transfer with the flight confirmation.

A reservation made for the wrong airport can affect the driver assignment, route, pickup time and transfer price.

BRU Brussels Airport Zaventem The international airport covered by this Brussels Airport to Ghent transfer page.
CRL Brussels South Charleroi Airport A different airport near Charleroi with a separate route and transfer calculation.
Private route advantages

Airport transportation organised around your arrival.

The transfer follows the information in your reservation rather than a shared shuttle timetable.

01 / FLIGHT

Arrival details supplied in advance

Enter the correct airline, complete flight number, arrival date, airport and passenger telephone.

02 / PRIVATE

One vehicle for the booked party

The assigned vehicle is not shared with unrelated passengers travelling to other hotels or cities.

03 / ADDRESS

Travel to the complete destination

Continue to a suitable hotel, residence, railway station, company, university or conference location.

04 / SUPPORT

Contact available day and night

Report important changes to the flight, passenger, telephone, luggage or final destination.

Brussels Airport arrival

From the aircraft to your private transfer.

Airport procedures differ according to the flight, luggage and travel documents. Follow the confirmed meeting instructions only after completing the required arrival process.

View 24/7 transfer support
  1. 01

    Book with the complete flight number

    Include the airline code, flight number, arrival date, Brussels Airport BRU and scheduled arrival.

  2. 02

    Complete the required terminal procedures

    Pass border control where required, collect checked luggage, complete customs and retrieve oversized items.

  3. 03

    Keep the passenger telephone available

    The actual traveller or group coordinator should remain reachable on the mobile number supplied during booking.

  4. 04

    Follow the confirmed meeting instructions

    Brussels Airport meeting arrangements can change. Use the location and instructions confirmed for your journey.

  5. 05

    Travel directly to Ghent

    Continue with the declared passengers and luggage to the final destination included in the reservation.

Destinations throughout Ghent

Your transfer does not need to end at the city boundary.

Enter the exact property, station, campus, company or public entrance. A neighbourhood name alone may not identify the correct stopping location.

Calculate your exact Ghent address
Historic centre

Graslei, Korenmarkt and Patershol

Travel to a suitable hotel, apartment, guesthouse or public stopping point near the historic centre. Pedestrian streets can affect the final approach.

Calculate a central Ghent transfer
Gent-Sint-Pieters

Main railway station and Sint-Pieters area

Arrange a drop-off near the agreed public station entrance, a nearby hotel, residence, office or onward travel connection.

View Ghent airport transportation
Dampoort

Gent-Dampoort and eastern Ghent

Private transportation to the station area, hotels, residences, offices and destinations around Dampoort, Sint-Amandsberg and the eastern side of Ghent.

Calculate a Dampoort transfer
Arts and university

Citadelpark, campuses and UZ Gent area

Request direct transportation to a hotel, university location, hospital entrance, event, residence or professional destination in southern Ghent.

Discuss a campus destination
Flanders Expo

The Loop, exhibitions and conferences

Airport transfers can continue to Flanders Expo, The Loop, event accommodation, meeting venues and businesses around the E40 and R4.

View business transportation
Port and industry

North Sea Port and northern Ghent

Enter the complete company, gate, terminal, visitor entrance or industrial address. Large sites may have several entrances located far apart.

Plan an industrial-site transfer
Ghent city-centre access

The hotel entrance and the legal stopping point may not be identical.

Ghent has a largely pedestrian historic centre, a low-emission zone and streets with limited vehicle access. Temporary events and road works can also influence the final route.

Complete property name Include the full hotel, apartment, company or venue name.
Correct street and number Add the postcode and the address shown on the confirmation.
Vehicle-accessible entrance Mention the reception, courtyard, gate or public pickup street.
Reachable passenger telephone Useful when the property has several entrances or restricted access.
Historic-centre drop-off

A nearby accessible location may be required for the final stop.

When the exact entrance is inside a pedestrian or restricted street, the driver may need to use the closest suitable public stopping point that can be reached legally and safely.

Railway and onward connections

Airport drop-off at a Ghent station or another connection point.

Specify the station and preferred public entrance. Gent-Sint-Pieters and Gent-Dampoort are separate locations.

GENT-SINT-PIETERS

Ghent’s main railway station

End the airport transfer at an agreed station-area entrance when continuing by train, tram, bus or another arranged service.

GENT-DAMPOORT

Second main station in Ghent

Select Gent-Dampoort when the onward connection or destination is on the eastern side of the city.

CUSTOM CONNECTION

Coach, event or private pickup

A different public meeting point can be requested when connecting to a tour, conference, group or private onward journey.

Business airport transfer to Ghent

Professional airport transportation for companies and international guests.

A company, hotel, assistant or travel coordinator can arrange the journey when the actual passenger details are supplied.

Executive

Management and professional travellers

Direct transportation from Brussels Airport to a hotel, office, conference, meeting or private address in Ghent.

Event

Flanders Expo and conference venues

Arrange transportation for exhibitors, speakers, visitors, organisers and delegates attending a professional event.

Industry

Port, technology and industrial sites

Include the complete company name, gate, visitor reception, contact person and required arrival time.

Company

Booking and invoicing details

Company information, invoice details and an internal reference can be supplied with the reservation.

VIP Airport Taxi vehicle for a private Brussels Airport to Ghent transfer
Meet and Greet at Brussels Airport

Request a visible welcome for an arriving passenger.

Meet and Greet can help first-time visitors, business guests, families and travellers who prefer an identifiable airport meeting arrangement.

  • Passenger or company name displayed
  • Agreed public meeting point at Brussels Airport
  • Flight details supplied before the journey
  • Passenger telephone available after landing
  • Declared luggage considered during planning
  • Direct private transportation to Ghent
Passengers and luggage

Select enough capacity for the complete airport journey.

Passenger seats and luggage space must be considered together before the vehicle is assigned.

Travellers

Include every adult and child

Babies and children also use passenger capacity and must be included in the reservation.

Luggage

Declare checked and cabin bags

Include suitcases, trolley cases, backpacks and other personal luggage travelling from the airport.

Special items

Mention large or unusual equipment

Declare pushchairs, wheelchairs, mobility aids, sports equipment, samples and oversized objects.

Group

Maximum eight passengers per vehicle

More than eight passengers require at least two vehicles, subject to the complete luggage requirement.

Ghent to Brussels Airport

Reserve the return airport transfer together with your arrival.

The return journey requires the correct Ghent pickup address, departure flight, travel date, requested collection time, passengers and luggage.

Plan the departure separately

Work backwards from the required terminal arrival.

Follow the airline’s current guidance for check-in, baggage, security and passport control, then allow for the complete road journey from Ghent.

Exact Ghent pickup location Add the hotel entrance, residence, station, company reception or agreed public meeting point.
Correct departure flight Include the airline, flight number, date, Brussels Airport BRU and terminal information.
Passenger preparation All travellers, documents and luggage should be ready before the confirmed collection time.
Road and airport margin Traffic, road works, weather, events and airport conditions can influence the journey.
Online transfer reservation

Book Brussels Airport to Ghent in three steps.

Enter the route, choose suitable vehicle capacity and provide the passenger, flight, luggage and contact details.

1

Enter BRU and your Ghent destination

Select Brussels Airport Zaventem and add the complete hotel, home, station, campus or business address.

2

Select suitable vehicle capacity

Review every passenger, suitcase, cabin bag, child seat, mobility aid and oversized item together.

3

Complete the arrival information

Enter the passenger name, telephone, airline, flight number, arrival date and company details where required.

Does your Brussels Airport to Ghent journey require personal planning?

Contact VIP Airport Taxi about several Ghent destinations, a restricted hotel entrance, Flanders Expo, North Sea Port, child seats, mobility aids, extensive luggage, more than eight passengers or several vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Brussels Airport to Ghent transfers.

Practical information about airport pickup, Ghent hotels, stations, flights, luggage, child seats, groups and return journeys.

View all frequently asked questions
How do I book a transfer from Brussels Airport to Ghent?

Use the online quote page and enter Brussels Airport Zaventem, the complete Ghent destination, travel date, passengers, luggage and flight details.

Is the Brussels Airport to Ghent transfer private?

Yes. The assigned vehicle is reserved for the passengers included in the booking and is not shared with unrelated travellers.

Is the service available 24 hours a day?

VIP Airport Taxi is available 24/7 by reservation. Advance booking is recommended for early, late, group and multi-vehicle journeys.

Which Brussels airport does this route use?

This route begins at Brussels Airport Zaventem, airport code BRU.

Is Brussels Airport the same as Charleroi Airport?

No. Brussels Airport Zaventem uses code BRU. Brussels South Charleroi Airport uses code CRL and is a separate airport.

Where will the driver meet me at Brussels Airport?

Follow the meeting location and instructions confirmed for your reservation. Airport arrangements can change, so keep the passenger telephone available after landing.

Can the driver meet me with a name sign?

A Meet and Greet service can be requested in advance with the passenger or company name displayed at the agreed public meeting point.

What flight information should I provide?

Provide the airline, complete flight number, arrival date, scheduled arrival, Brussels Airport BRU and available terminal information.

What happens when my flight is delayed?

The supplied flight details can be used when coordinating the planned pickup. Contact the 24/7 support service when the airline, flight number or arrival airport changes.

What happens when the airline gives me a new flight number?

Contact VIP Airport Taxi with the passenger name, travel date, new airline, complete flight number and arrival airport as early as possible.

What should I do after landing?

Complete the required airport procedures, collect all luggage, follow the confirmed meeting instructions and keep the passenger telephone switched on.

What should I do when I cannot find the driver?

Call support and provide the passenger name, airport, terminal and current location. Remain available on the telephone number supplied in the booking.

Can you take me directly to a hotel in Ghent?

Yes. Enter the complete hotel name, street, number, postcode and preferred reception or vehicle-accessible entrance.

Can you take me to Ghent historic centre?

Yes. Pedestrian and restricted streets can require the vehicle to use a nearby legal and accessible drop-off point.

Can you take me to Graslei, Korenmarkt or Patershol?

A transfer can be arranged to the closest suitable vehicle-accessible point near these historic-centre areas.

Can you take me to Gent-Sint-Pieters station?

Yes. The transfer can end at an agreed public entrance near Gent-Sint-Pieters railway station.

Can you take me to Gent-Dampoort station?

Yes. Select Gent-Dampoort and provide the preferred public entrance or onward meeting point.

Can you take me to Flanders Expo?

Yes. Enter Flanders Expo, the event name, entrance, hall or nearby accommodation required for the journey.

Can you take me to Ghent University or UZ Gent?

Yes. Provide the complete campus, building, hospital entrance, department or visitor address.

Can you take me to North Sea Port or an industrial site?

Yes. Include the company name, complete address, gate number, visitor reception and local contact person.

Can someone else book the transfer for me?

Yes. A relative, hotel, company or travel coordinator can book the transfer, but the actual passenger’s name and reachable telephone should be included.

Can a company book the journey for an international guest?

Yes. Companies can arrange airport transportation for employees, executives, customers, suppliers, speakers and international visitors.

Are child seats available?

Child seats can be requested before the journey. Include the number and ages of the children so the request can be reviewed.

How much luggage can we bring?

Capacity depends on the assigned vehicle and passenger count. Declare every suitcase, cabin bag, pushchair, wheelchair and oversized item before booking.

How many passengers can travel in one vehicle?

The maximum capacity is eight passengers per vehicle, subject to luggage and special-item requirements.

Can you transport more than eight passengers?

Yes, but at least two vehicles are required because the maximum passenger capacity is eight per vehicle.

Can several Ghent destinations be included?

Several stops can be discussed in advance. Every additional address affects the route, journey time, vehicle planning and transfer price.

Can I book the return transfer from Ghent to Brussels Airport?

Yes. Add the correct Ghent pickup address, travel date, requested time, departure flight, passengers and luggage for the return journey.

Can I receive an invoice for the transfer?

Company and invoicing details can be provided when arranging the journey. Contact VIP Airport Taxi when a specific company arrangement is required.

Do you guarantee a fixed journey duration?

No fixed driving time can be guaranteed because travel depends on airport procedures, traffic, road works, weather, events and other route conditions.

Ready to book your Brussels Airport to Ghent transfer?

Calculate your private journey online and travel directly from Brussels Airport Zaventem to your hotel, home, station, university, conference or business destination in Ghent.

Calculate transfer