Travelling from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): What you need to know
Your travels get underway at Dusseldorf's main airport, Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS). Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) leaving from this terminal.
Leipzig/Halle Airport is located in Leipzig. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Dusseldorf.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dusseldorf to LEJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Dusseldorf International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
78.28% of flights departing from Dusseldorf International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Dusseldorf to LEJ flight, stay in one of these hotels near Weeze Airport:
Weeze Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80.87% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
About Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Reserve a hotel near LEJ if you're catching a late flight from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and find adventure across Leipzig and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight.
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Central Leipzig is roughly 13 kilometres from Leipzig/Halle Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
At the moment, R 1,417 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,460. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dusseldorf to LEJ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Leipzig. July is when most people book flights from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Lock in a Dusseldorf to LEJ plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Leipzig to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Leipzig
After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Leipzig/Halle Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Leipzig:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Holocaust Memorial, Oper Leipzig and Museum of Fine Arts are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Leipzig itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've seen Leipzig. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Germany, head for Hamburg, about 290 kilometres north-west of Leipzig. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.
