These transportation options in Charleroi might help your romantic trip get off to a smooth start: To get to Charleroi, you can fly into Charleroi (CRL-Brussels South Charleroi), which is the closest major airport, located 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from the city centre. If you want to travel outside the city, take a train from Charleroi-West Station, Charleroi-South Station or Lodelinsart Station.