Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf.
Dusseldorf is two hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Airport is located. Dusseldorf observes the UTC+1 timezone.
With 31 weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from IST to DUS is with Turkish Airlines at 21:00.
Give yourself enough time to get on your IST to Dusseldorf flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Direct Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf tickets are available for booking. Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) is where you'll be touching down.
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from IST to Dusseldorf. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near IST:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Dusseldorf
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf flight is R 1,443. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,396. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IST to Dusseldorf.
The best month for scoring cheap Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
Snapping up a cheap flight from IST to Dusseldorf is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.
Save money on your flight from Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
The distance from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near DUS:
Reserving your vehicle from Dusseldorf Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from IST to Dusseldorf can help you get the lowest rate.
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport (NRN)
Central Dusseldorf is around 72 kilometres from Dusseldorf Weeze Airport (NRN). Once your flight from Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near NRN. Settle in and get cosy after your IST to Dusseldorf flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf. September is the busiest month to travel to Dusseldorf. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Book a Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from IST to Dusseldorf around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Dusseldorf
After booking your flight from Istanbul Airport to Dusseldorf, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Rhine Tower, Tonhalle Concert Hall and German Oper am Rhein are essential stops on your Dusseldorf itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Dusseldorf, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Journey around 483 kilometres east to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 338 kilometres northeast of Dusseldorf. No journey is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.