Air Belgium vs Brussels Airlines
Side-by-side comparison of Air Belgium and Brussels Airlines: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
| Air Belgium | Brussels Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Belgium | Belgium |
| Founded | 2016 | 2006 |
| Type | Full-service airline | Full-service airline |
| Alliance | - | Star Alliance |
| Main hubs | Brussels South Charleroi Airport | Brussels Airport |
| Aircraft types | 3 | 4 |
| Checked bag (Economy) | - | 1 piece |
| Online check-in opens | 24 h | 24 h |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h | - |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +32 10 23 45 00 | + 32 2 754 19 00 |
Key differences
- Brussels Airlines is a Star Alliance member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.
Other comparisons
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.

