Travelling from Johannesburg to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Dusseldorf jetting off from here.
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are Dusseldorf's major gateways.
Dusseldorf is one hour behind Johannesburg and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your Johannesburg to Dusseldorf flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Dusseldorf
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Johannesburg to Dusseldorf flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Johannesburg to Dusseldorf flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Johannesburg to Dusseldorf flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Dusseldorf, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Dusseldorf. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
It usually takes 20 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Johannesburg to Dusseldorf. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond Dusseldorf's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Central Dusseldorf is around 64 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN). As soon as your flight from Johannesburg to Dusseldorf has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to NRN. Tuck yourself in after your Johannesburg to Dusseldorf flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Weeze Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
June is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Dusseldorf. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Dusseldorf in January.
When booking your Johannesburg to Dusseldorf tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Dusseldorf in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Dusseldorf
Start your Dusseldorf trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Dusseldorf, check out our selection of hotels including:
Rhine Tower and Konigsallee are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Dusseldorf to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Dusseldorf, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Travel around 483 kilometres east to Berlin to check off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. No journey is complete without a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
