Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Dusseldorf is ten hours behind Sydney.
Allow plenty of time to get on your SYD to Dusseldorf flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SYD to Dusseldorf with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
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The journey from central Sydney to SYD takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near SYD. Whether you have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dusseldorf or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
69.62% of flights leaving from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Dusseldorf
R 7,244 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dusseldorf flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 18,608. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SYD to Dusseldorf if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dusseldorf across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is around 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near DUS if you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dusseldorf. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car and discover Dusseldorf and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and Enterprise are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks before your flight from SYD to Dusseldorf.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
After your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dusseldorf has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is roughly 80 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to NRN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SYD to Dusseldorf flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Weeze Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dusseldorf. The city comes alive during peak season, but prices are typically higher and attractions can get busy. Visit Dusseldorf in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dusseldorf flight ticket, 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).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to Dusseldorf in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dusseldorf right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dusseldorf:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Konigsallee, Rhine Tower and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dusseldorf itinerary.
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 top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, your itinerary will be busy.
Hamburg is another standout destination in Germany and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.