Travelling from Colombo to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Dusseldorf taking off from here.
Hop off your plane in Dusseldorf at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
To ensure you board your Colombo to Dusseldorf flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Dusseldorf
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Colombo to Dusseldorf flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Colombo to Dusseldorf.
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Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for Colombo to Dusseldorf flights leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Colombo to CMB takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Colombo to Dusseldorf or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Dusseldorf. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Grab a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car and explore Dusseldorf and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and Enterprise are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
As soon as your flight from Colombo to Dusseldorf has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is approximately 64 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to NRN. Kick back after your Colombo to Dusseldorf flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo make picking up a Weeze Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
June is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Dusseldorf. To skip the crowds, visit Dusseldorf in January.
Lock in a Colombo to Dusseldorf ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dusseldorf to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Dusseldorf around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dusseldorf
Start your Dusseldorf trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Dusseldorf, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Rhine Tower, Konigsallee and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are must-visits when exploring Dusseldorf.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dusseldorf. Around 483 kilometres to the east, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
