How to find cheap flights to Dresden Airport (DRS)
The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Dresden Airport is R 7,728. A return plane ticket to DRS right now is R 14,489.
Book when it's best with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification on the app if the price of tickets to DRS goes up or down.
To get the best price on tickets to Dresden, where Dresden Airport is located, book one month in advance. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best bargains.
Widen your search for cheap flights to Dresden by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' option. This lets you compare prices for all the airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help keep costs down.
If you're not in a rush to get to Dresden, think about taking a longer or less direct route. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Dresden Airport if you book a flight with one or more stops.
Best time to go to Dresden
The cheapest month to hop on a flight to Dresden is typically June.
Use the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to DRS that fits your plans and budget.
If you'd love to experience Dresden at its busiest, lock in your flights to DRS for July. Being on holiday during peak seasons generally means there's more to see and do compared to other times.
The quietest time of the year to go is January. Book your plane tickets to Dresden then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break a holiday, so consider the type of conditions you want to travel in. Dresden is warmest in August, with averages of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -9ºC (16ºF) to 5ºC (41ºF).
November gives you the best chance of sunshine. With six days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Dresden.
January has the wettest weather. You can expect around 13 days of rainfall if you visit during this time.
Flying to Dresden Airport (DRS): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Dresden Airport, these popular airlines make getting to Dresden a breeze:
Think about booking your DRS plane ticket with SunExpress. It's the most punctual carrier, with up to 100% of flights to this hub landing on time.
The local timezone at DRS is UTC+1.
Whether you're coming in late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near Dresden Airport. Kick back at one of these after your flight to DRS:
Dresden Airport is among the more punctual hubs, with up to 89% of outbound flights arriving when expected. That's good news whether you're flying out to continue your trip or to get home.
Dresden Airport is located in Dresden, Saxony, Germany.
Getting to central Dresden from Dresden Airport (DRS)
DRS is about 10 kilometres from central Dresden.
You'll reach the centre in around 20 minutes if you're catching a taxi or a ride-share after your flight to DRS.
Expect the trip to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Dresden has a stay for every vibe and budget. Here's a lineup of comfy hotels to consider for your visit:
Dresden highlights
Put these popular attractions high on your must-visit list after hopping off your flight to Dresden:
Dresden Christmas Market: Around 0.16 kilometres southeast of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect spot to start your sightseeing around the city.
Large garden Dresden and Dresden Park Railway: Here's where you can enjoy a quieter moment when exploring Dresden. This park is roughly 2 kilometres southeast of the centre.
Semper Opera House: This will also be a trip highlight. A memorable landmark, it's around 0.48 kilometres north of the centre of Dresden.
How to get to Chemnitz from Dresden Airport (DRS)
Heading straight for Chemnitz? From DRS, it takes around 1 hour to drive there. The city is about 80 kilometres from the airport.
If you're planning to catch public transport, it'll take roughly 3 hours 5 minutes to complete the journey.
Travelling from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Zwickau
Zwickau is around 97 kilometres from Dresden Airport. If that's one of your stops, the ride by public transport takes about 4 hours.
The drive time to Zwickau is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Explore more of Germany
There are plenty more places to explore in Germany, starting with Berlin. Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building are must-visits in this city, which is about 153 kilometres north of Dresden. Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) is the most convenient airport for Berlin.
Leipzig is another place that's too good to skip while you're in Germany. You'll find it roughly 97 kilometres west of Dresden. Oper Leipzig, Leipzig Museum of Fine Arts and Stadt Leipzig are high on many visitors' lists. The main point of arrival is Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ).
Or take off to Chemnitz, roughly 64 kilometres southwest of Dresden. Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz, Petrikirche and Museum Roter Turm are just the start of reasons to go.
