Flying from New York to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from New York to Dusseldorf. Check out your options for departing New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
When it comes to working out where to land in Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are the chief entry points.
The average duration of a direct New York to Dusseldorf flight is 7 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Dusseldorf is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your New York to Dusseldorf flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Dusseldorf
To score cheap New York to Dusseldorf flights, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
September is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from New York to Dusseldorf. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on a nonstop flight from New York to Dusseldorf. From JFK, you can fly straight to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS).
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We make it easy to book a New York to Dusseldorf flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 19 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Dusseldorf or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your New York to Dusseldorf flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Dusseldorf include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your flight from New York to Dusseldorf:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour or so if you take public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your New York to Dusseldorf flight without having to rush. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
LGA has a top-tier on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on track and get to your destination as expected.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is approximately 8 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Dusseldorf, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DUS:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond Dusseldorf's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks ahead of your New York to Dusseldorf flight.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Once your flight from New York to Dusseldorf has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is roughly 64 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN).
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from New York to Dusseldorf, kick back at a hotel close to NRN. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Weeze Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise, Sixt or Alamo and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NRN will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
June is the busiest month for flights from New York to Dusseldorf. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Dusseldorf in January.
When booking your New York to Dusseldorf tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from New York to Dusseldorf around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dusseldorf
Start your Dusseldorf trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Dusseldorf, browse our selection of hotels including:
Rhine Tower and Konigsallee are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Dusseldorf must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Dusseldorf, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Journey about 483 kilometres east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Germany, head for Hamburg, about 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among the biggest draws.