Brussels Airlines launched new, year-round service to Washington, D.C. (IAD) last month. The flights depart Brussels (BRU) at 10:15 a.m., arriving in Washington, D.C.. at 1 p.m. Return flights depart Washington, D.C., at 6:10 p.m., arriving back in Brussels at 7:45 a.m. the following day. The service is available four times weekly until March 29, when the service becomes daily. An Airbus A330-200 aircraft serves the route with 22 business-class seats, 21 premium-economy class seats and 212 economy-class seats.

“North America continues to be one of our most important global regions and Brussels Airlines’ increased flight capacity clearly reflects the Lufthansa Group’s strong commitment to the U.S. market,” said Frank Naeve, vice president of sales, The Americas, Lufthansa Group. “We are pleased to offer our customers an enhanced connectivity between Europe’s capital city and the capital of the United States. Furthermore, with Brussels Airlines ‘unique offering of 84 weekly flights and service to 17 destinations in Sub-Saharan Africa — a continent the airline considers its second home — Washingtonians will now be able to visit this spectacular region with great ease, all while experiencing Brussels Airlines premium product and personalized customer service.”

“Brussels Airlines strives to provide our customers with top-of-the-line service and on board product. In fact, our new premium-economy class certainly meets the needs of long-haul customers that desire an elevated level of comfort,” added Christophe Allard, director, North America, Brussels Airlines. “A relaxed atmosphere, extra personal space and an enhanced culinary experience are key features that contribute to this experience.”