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(Posted 04th June 2026)
Brussels Airlines has now commenced flights from Belgium to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) with nearly 250 passengers on board of the inaugural flight.
The service connects Belgium directly to the East African country in around nine hours, eliminating the need for travellers to transit through other international hubs.
With the launch of the route, Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania becomes the 21st destination in Sub-Saharan Africa served from Brussels Airport.
The new connection forms part of Brussels Airport’s continued expansion of its long-haul network, which now includes 41 destinations worldwide. Airport authorities said the route further strengthens Brussels’ position as a gateway between Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa.
In addition to boosting tourism, the connection is expected to support economic and cultural ties between Belgium and Tanzania.
The route serves the Kilimanjaro region, home to Africa’s highest mountain and a major destination for both leisure and business travellers.
The return flight then stops over in Nairobi before flying on to Brussels.
Flights to Kilimanjaro are operated with the Airbus A330-300. This aircraft offers 288 seats in a three class cabin layout of Business Class, Premium Economy Class and Economy Class.
Tickets are bookable on brusselsairlines.com with return tickets starting from 519 Euros.
