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Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Flights from Dresden to Düsseldorf depart on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 21:10. The fastest flight covers the 486 km distance in 1h 10m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 486 km |
Average flight duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Flights per day 7 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 21:10 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
£168
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
£362
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
2 h 48 m
Flights on 28 Sept
8
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Dresden to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Düsseldorf will cost around £362 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £168.
On Mon 28 Sept, we found 8 flights from Dresden to Düsseldorf, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 486 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EW9029
LH2123 · LH2014
LH2123+
LH1976
LH67 · LH78
LH63 · LH74
EW9029
LH2123+
LH1976
LH67 · LH78
LH2123 · LH2014
LH63 · LH74The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Düsseldorf flights for today, Sunday 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH67 · LH78 | 18:40 Dresden Airport | 3h25 | 22:05 Dusseldorf Airport | 1 change | |
| Monday 28 September | |||||
LH69 · LH72 | 6:00 Dresden Airport | 3h55 | 9:55 Dusseldorf Airport | 1 change | |
EW9029 | 8:05 Dresden Airport | 1h10 | 9:15 Dusseldorf Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH2123+ LH5365 | 9:35 Dresden Airport | 4h40 | 14:15 Dusseldorf Airport | 1 change | |
LH2123+ LH1976 | 9:35 Dresden Airport | 2h50 | 12:25 Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 change | |
LH2123 · LH2016 | 9:35 Dresden Airport | 5h10 | 14:45 Dusseldorf Airport | 1 change | |
LH2123 · LH2014 | 9:35 Dresden Airport | 3h05 | 12:40 Dusseldorf Airport | 1 change | |
LH63 · LH74 | 10:35 Dresden Airport | 3h55 | 14:30 Dusseldorf Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Important collection of modern and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture and installation, housed in a landmark black-granite building.
Gallery for post-war and contemporary art in a former parliament building. Worth visiting for its focused exhibitions and riverside location.
The historic old town by the Rhine, packed with lanes, churches and squares. Ideal for wandering, architecture and a lively sense of local life.
Popular riverfront promenade for walking and cycling, linking the old town with modern districts and offering broad Rhine views.
Elegant boulevard famed for its broad canal, mature trees and high-end shops. Even without shopping, it is one of the city’s classic walks.
Rye bread spread with savoury minced pork and onions. A classic Rhineland pub snack, especially associated with Düsseldorf breweries.
Blood sausage served with apple sauce and mashed potatoes. A traditional Rhineland comfort dish found in breweries and home cooking.
Slow-cooked beef in a dark raisin sauce with potato dumplings or red cabbage. A festive Rhineland speciality popular in Düsseldorf.
Long-running brewery restaurant known for fresh Altbier, roast pork, sausages and hearty local fare near the old town.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving classic Rhineland dishes and its own Altbier in a lively, traditional beer hall setting.
Traditional brewery venue pouring Schumacher Alt and serving substantial Düsseldorf classics in a convivial, wood-panelled setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is efficient and fairly priced for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Düsseldorf Airport Station, Düsseldorf -> Düsseldorf Hbf, Düsseldorf
Dresden is known for its stunning architecture, such as the Zwinger Palace and gorgeous riverside promenade. Dusseldorf, on the other hand, is known for spectacular modern art and exclusive boutique collections. The distance from Dresden to Dusseldorf is 486 kilometers, with the average flight taking around two hours and 48 minutes to complete the journey between the two cities. The flight duration varies depending on the stopover destination and stopover duration. The longest duration for connecting flights from Dresden to Duesseldorf is often more than three hours. A direct flight from Dresden to Dusseldorf takes approximately one hour and 15 minutes.
Several airlines operate the route from Dresden to Dusseldorf including Swissair, Eurowings, Luftfahrtgesellschaft, and Germanwings. Eurowings is the most popular airline operating flights from Dresden to Duesseldorf, and is the only airline regularly operating direct flights on this route.
Dresden is 486 kilometers from Dusseldorf. Direct Flights from Dresden to Duesseldorf take around one hour and 15 minutes via the Eurowings airline. Germanwings can take as little as one hour and five minutes to fly from Dresden to Dusseldorf. For connecting flights, the average flight duration between these two cities is two hours and 48 minutes. Lufthansa and Eurowings take about three hours and 10 minutes for a flight on this route, with a layover in Munich. Flights with a layover in Frankfurt am Main usually take around two hours 55 minutes. Connecting flights from Dresden to Dusseldorf via Stuttgart take around three hours and five minutes.
Three direct flights fly from Dresden to Dusseldorf every day. On average, there are about 27 Dresden to Dusseldorf direct flights every week. Eurowings provides the highest number of direct flights from Dresden to Dusseldorf, operating approximately four direct flights every weekday, one direct on Saturday and three direct flights on Sundays. There are about six connecting flights operating from Dresden to Dusseldorf every day. Altogether, more than sixty flights operate between these two cities weekly.
Departure Airport: flights heading to Dusseldorf from Dresden depart from Dresden Airport. This airport is located 10 kilometers north of the city center of Dresden. Travelers can get to the airport via the S2 line of the Dresden S-Bahn that runs every half an hour, with a journey time of around 20 minutes. Dresdner Verkehrsbetriebe (DVB) bus route 77 also provides an alternative link to the airport. Facilities at the airport include a modern passenger terminal with long and short stay parking, car rental services, duty-free shops, restaurants, ATMs, currency exchange, and unlimited free WiFi throughout.
Arrival Airport: flights from Dresden to Dusseldorf arrive at Düsseldorf Airport. The airport is located seven kilometers north of the city center and 20 kilometers south-west of Essen. Travelers can use the excellent ground transportation connections and S-Bahn services to get to the city center from the airport in 15-20 minutes. The Sky Train connects the main station to the airport parking areas and passenger terminal and also serves as the inter-terminal connection. Several local bus lines connect the airport with nearby regions and Dusseldorf city center stops. Facilities at the airport include duty-free shopping, restaurants, ATMs, and free WiFi throughout. Car rental services are also available.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Düsseldorf by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Düsseldorf flights use the Dresden Airport to Dusseldorf Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Düsseldorf airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Dresden Airport is 7 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Dusseldorf Airport is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Dusseldorf Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 30 minutes, with paid options for longer use. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dusseldorf Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dusseldorf Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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