Cheap Bruges flights

From the airport to the center

Ostend Airport is not far from the center and therefore the transport connection is totally uncomplicated. From many countries you can get to Ostend Airport and then to the city center.

Train

The train stops are within a 5-minute walk, from which all of the city's hubs can be reached quickly. Taxis, buses and trams are in the immediate vicinity.

Bus

At the exit of the terminal there are buses that will take you to the center in 10 minutes.

Tram

The tram is the best way to get around the city. With the so-called "Randstraßenbahnen" you can determine your sightseeing route and get to your destination in the cheapest and fastest way. The tram stations are in the same place within a 5-minute walk, at the train stops. The intervals of the trams change as needed. In winter they run every 20 minutes on average and more often in summer. Bruges flights are among the most frequently booked international flights.

Taxi

Compared to public transport, the taxi is more expensive, but if you have a lot of luggage with you and want a comfortable journey, it is better to opt for a taxi.

Sights in Ostend

Ostend is located by the sea and the connection within the city is very convenient. You will easily reach the sights and all important places. In addition, there are small boxes in many locations in the city that can be locked to store your belongings during your activities.

Atlantic Wall Museum

The Atlantikwall Museum is at the end of the beach and is one of the city's landmarks not to be missed. The walls that were built to protect against a possible invasion by Hitler in World War I and World War II are called the Atlantic Wall. Today's open-air museum has more than 60 bunkers. Today you can see the soldiers' uniforms, ammunition and weapons from that time. Such a defensive structure is one of the rare ones one gets to see.

Casino Kursaal

Casino Kursaal is Belgium's largest casino. It was built in 1953 and inside the casino there is a concert hall for around 2200 guests.

St. Paul and St.Petrus Church (Sint-Petrus-en-Pauluskerk)

The church was built in neo-Gothic style instead of the church that burned down in 1896. Inside the church is the grave of the Belgian queen, who died in 1850. With a height of 70 meters, the St. Paul and Petruskirche is the most magnificent building in Ostend. History buffs should definitely visit it on your Bruges flight.

Mercator

The Mercator is a sailing training ship built in 1932 for the Belgian merchant fleet, which today serves as a public museum. At that time she was used as a training ship for the naval officers.

Ford Napoleon

Fort Napoleon is a military fortress that was built during Napoleon's lifetime and is now used as a public museum. During the 1st World War it was used as a barracks by the German occupation forces. On the walls you will see drawings by a German soldier. During World War II it served as a barracks for guns and missiles and some time after the war it was used as a museum and at the same time inscribed on the Flemish Heritage List.

Ostend's De Plate History Museum

The building was originally built in the 18th century as a vacation resort for the Belgian royal family. It now serves as a museum where you can see traditional costumes, fisherman's costumes and naval uniforms.

Long Nelle

The Lange Nelle is an old lighthouse that is located on the coast. The lighthouse was built in 1771 and then restored in 1994, and with the blue and white waves it achieved its current state. Don't forget to take enough photos of this beautiful sight during your walk along the coast. In order to secure the best flight offers to Bruges , we recommend that you reserve your tickets in advance.

What do you eat in Ostend?

Ostend invites you on a culinary Bruges journey. If you like to eat fish and seafood, we recommend the fish restaurants along the shore. In addition, during your day trips you can enjoy different types of snacks with mixed seafood, which are also offered in the restaurants. Most of these snacks contain squid, prawns, sole, crab and other seafood, which are offered cold or warm as desired. A lot of fast food is also consumed in Ostend. Many of the city's cafes and restaurants have a wide variety of pizzas and burgers. But if you want to enjoy your dinner in peace, we recommend: dishes from the French and Belgian cuisine in the “Jans Cafe”, classic dishes in a rather elegant atmosphere in “Le Stuart”, dishes a la carte in “De Vlaaschaard” and Be sure to try the burger in the "Tex Mex" restaurant where you can enjoy tasty Mexican dishes. Even just to get to know these delicacies, it is worth buying a Bruges ticket!

Wine and beer are preferred as drinks in Ostend. The “North Sea Beer Festival” takes place annually in August in the city of. More than 150 types of beer await you here. Furthermore, stands with a wide variety of dishes are set up here. If beer is indispensable for you, the best Bruges flight offers for August await you on our website, so that you can have a pleasant time at the festival with musical accompaniment.

Culture and Entertainment in Ostend

The reason that Ostend used to be a meeting place for the aristocrats and attracted a lot of attention was the beautiful fine sandy beaches. Even today the beach is a tourist attraction. The walks on the notorious long beaches of Ostend are a lot of fun and relaxation. If you want to cool off after a long walk in the sea, "Klein Strand" with its beautiful stretch of sea is one of many ideal places for it.

After leaving the beach, we recommend visiting the Atlantic Wall Museum, which is located near the beach. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this place on your Bruges flight!

Regardless of the time of year you have booked your cheap Bruges flight ticket for Ostend, you can stroll on the streets of "Het Vissersplein" whatever the weather. Local markets specially adapted to Vissersplein will be set up on these streets. A visit to these markets will definitely do you good.

If you want to spend more time outdoors, a stroll in Leonold Park is definitely a must. Leonold Park is one of the most visited places for all those who want to spend a quiet time by a lake in the middle of the green. Leonold Park is only walking distance from the beach and it will remind you of English gardens with the trees and the whole area around it. For the more adventurous, add a Bruges flight to your to-do list.

Ostend is preferred not only for its beaches and coastline, but also for its shopping opportunities. In the shops around "Arms Place" you have a wide selection from souvenirs to clothing. Likewise are the streets; Vlaanderstraat and Kapellestraat and Adol Buylstraat are good for shopping. An annual film festival takes place in Ostend and is popular with hundreds of tourists, film producers and actors. To get enough sun, sea, fun and relaxation, look for the cheapest Bruges flight tickets to Ostend.