Travelling from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Dusseldorf and Dresden share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from DUS to DRS start from 06:35 — the first with Eurowings. The last departure is at 19:05 with Eurowings. In total, you can take your pick of four weekly Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport flights.
Your DUS to DRS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Flying into Dresden (and then seeing more of Germany!) is a cinch with Eurowings. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Eurowings on this route.
Eurowings is the most punctual carrier operating DUS to DRS flights. A dependable 88.89% of its departures on this route land on time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DUS and DRS:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)
70 € is the lowest price for a one-way Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport flight. Return flights start from 140 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from DUS to DRS by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport.
Handy information about Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from DUS land on schedule 80% of the time.
To reach Dusseldorf International Airport from central Dusseldorf, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DUS? If you're catching an early flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dresden Airport (DRS)
If you're landing on a late Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near DRS:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dresden Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and explore beyond Dresden's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dresden Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dresden Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden Airport to central Dresden has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Dresden Airport (DRS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport. October is the most popular month to head to Dresden. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DUS to DRS in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Dresden. Around 161 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, about 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among the biggest draws.