Travelling from Dusseldorf to Tokyo: what you need to know
Dusseldorf has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's chief entry points.
Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Dusseldorf and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Dusseldorf to Tokyo flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Tokyo
To pick up cheap Dusseldorf to Tokyo flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
We make it a breeze to book a Dusseldorf to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Dusseldorf International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
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Located around 6 kilometres from central Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Dusseldorf International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dusseldorf International Airport, 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
NRN is about 64 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo, kick back in one of these hotels near Weeze Airport:
Flights from Weeze Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 81% of them arriving right on cue.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks before your trip.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to NRT. Kick back after your Dusseldorf to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT can land you a better rate.
Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Tokyo, while April is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Dusseldorf to Tokyo tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Tokyo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top sights which should be on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If there's time to check out another corner of Japan, consider Osaka, about 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are among its highlights.