Jetairfly: Brussels to Rhodes

The carrier: Jetairfly

Upside
Comprehensive destinations within Belgium.

Downside
More or less a charter operation with a north-south route axis.

About
The Belgian branch of the TUI parent company, Jetairfly operates thousands of charter flights every year between Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and a variety of other destinations, most of them in the Mediterranean basin.

Baggage
*Carry-on: One small piece of hand luggage is permitted that can weigh no more than 6 kg (10 kg for long-haul flights.
*Checked: Each passenger is allotted 20 kg of check-in weight, for each additional kg over will cost €8 (€12 for long-haul)

Seating
Passengers typically reserve seats at the time of booking, whether on-line or through a travel agent.

Bonus
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Departure: Brussels, Belgium - National (BRU)

Brussels International Airport, not to be confused with Brussels Charleroi Airport, is Belgium's most important airport. Brussels International is mostly served by flag carrier and "conventional" airlines, though easyJet, Clickair, Sterling, SkyEurope, and some charter airlines also fly in and out of the airport. Brussels International Airport was formerly known as "Brussel Nationaal/Bruxelles-National" (Brussels National).

Location: The Brussels International Airport is located in Zaventem, near Brussels, Belgium.

Transport:

- Rail: The airport train station is located below the terminal (basement level-1). Up to 4 trains an hour connect the airport to Brussels North, Brussels Central, and Brussels Midi stations. Moreover there are direct train services to the East, South and West of Belgium. Information on the schedules of all Belgian and international train services can be found on the Belgian Railways website.

- Bus: The bus station is located on level 0, one floor down from the arrivals hall, and can be easily reached by using the escalators or elevators. Centrally located on the bus station there are three platforms, each with its specific use. There are several buses available for travelers. The most common, De Lijn, operates express bus services and departs from platform A. For more information consult their official website for specific rates and times. Another bus service available is the MIVB/STIB which leaves from platform C. For more information view the MIVB/STIB official website. Other options include the Antwerp Express and the Brussels Airport express. Specific rates and times can be found on their official website.

- Taxi: Taxis with a taximeter are permanently available in front of the arrivals hall. Licensed taxis can be recognized by the blue and yellow emblem. Travellers are advised to avoid unlicensed taxis.

Service: Services within the Brussels Airport include baggage lockers, information desks, a pharmacy, money exchanges, telecoms, places of worship, as well as various shops and restaurants.

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Arrival: Rhodes, Greece - Rhodes (Diagoras) International (RHO)

Rhodes International Airport, also known as Diagoras International Airport, serves the island of Rhodes, Greece.

Location: Rhodes International Airport is located 12 km (8 miles) southwest of Rhodes, near the town of Paradhissi.

Transport:

- Bus: The airport bus station is outside the terminal building. The buses that stop here provide service to and from the airport and the Rhodes city center as well as other destinations. Buses provide frequent departures on the weekdays, less frequent on weekends.

- Taxi: Taxis can be found at the taxi rank just outside the terminal building.

Service: The airport information desk is located in the main terminal building. Other facilities include: Bank, currency exchange, ATMs, restaurant/cafe, duty-free shopping, and a medical center.
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