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Exciting travel options to Brussels are now available for those planning a getaway. Using the Matrix Airfare Search from ITA Software, it’s possible to find flights starting at $559 in Basic Economy with Scandinavian Airlines. However, for slightly more at $547, travelers can opt for a Basic Economy fare with certain restrictions, while a Regular Economy fare is priced at $679 and includes the benefit of checked luggage.
The $679 fare allows for one checked bag on each leg of the journey, while the $547 option does not include checked baggage. In fact, travelers selecting Basic Economy should be mindful that any checked bags will incur a fee of $75 each way if added within 22 hours of the departure time, and $105 if managed at the airport. Further restrictions on these Basic Economy fares include the inability to change or cancel flights, making it essential for travelers to ensure their plans are firm before booking.
Key Travel Details:
The fares are available for travel from late August to October, particularly for departures on Sundays through Wednesdays and returns on Mondays through Thursdays. A minimum stay that includes a Sunday is necessary, with the requirement to purchase tickets at least seven days ahead of travel, and no later than today, March 31.
Please note that the fare availability is subject to change, especially if this information is accessed after two days of posting.
Finding Your Fare:
To check availability, utilize the Matrix Airfare Search and enter the search criteria as follows:
Origin: LAX
Destination: BRU
Routing Codes: sk sk
Extension Codes: f bc=T; maxconnect 300
This setup will direct you to examine Basic Economy and Economy Light fares, enabling you to search for dates via Scandinavian Airlines where you can see options to upgrade to regular economy pricing.
Flight Route:
Your journey would typically include routing from LAX to CPH (Copenhagen), proceeding onwards to BRU (Brussels), and returning in the same manner.
Mileage Benefits:
Traveling with Scandinavian Airlines, a member of the SkyTeam alliance, offers certain mileage advantages. For flights under Basic Economy, you can earn:
Miles Flown: 12,150 miles at approximately 4.5 cents per mile
Medallion Qualifying Dollars: $607
Redeemable Miles: 12,150 miles
Ticket Purchase:
For booking, visit Scandinavian Airlines directly with the dates found through the Matrix Airfare Search.
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Car Rentals
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Activities and Tours
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Travel Information:
For U.S. citizens, no visa is required to visit Belgium. The local currency is the Euro (EUR), with the exchange rate at approximately $1 USD equating to 0.92 EUR.
Credit Card Tips for Travelers:
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Source
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