Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Dusseldorf is four hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your DEL to Dusseldorf flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from DEL to Dusseldorf, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
DEL is around 6 miles from central New Delhi. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near DEL? If you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dusseldorf, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Dusseldorf
$189 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dusseldorf flight. A return plane ticket starts from $453. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from DEL to Dusseldorf, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dusseldorf across the month. It's a great way to snap up 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) to the center of Dusseldorf takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 6 miles away.
It'll take around 40 minutes when traveling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dusseldorf. Book one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise to explore Dusseldorf and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from DEL to Dusseldorf.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
The center of Dusseldorf is about 50 miles from Weeze Airport (NRN). Once your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dusseldorf has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near NRN. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your DEL to Dusseldorf flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Weeze Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Enterprise, Sixt or Alamo and be off and running.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from NRN one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Before booking your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dusseldorf, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Dusseldorf offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in an Indira Gandhi International 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 54ºF to 82ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 27ºF and 45ºF. Search for a cheap ticket from DEL to Dusseldorf around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Dusseldorf right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dusseldorf:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Konigsallee, Rhine Tower and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are top sights which should be on every Dusseldorf itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. Around 300 miles east of Dusseldorf, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 210 miles north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
