Travelling from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
The timezone in Dresden is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Nottingham.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your EMA to DRS flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from East Midlands Airport to Dresden International Airport. Palma de Mallorca Airport is a popular stopover on the EMA to DRS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Currently, 242 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 309 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from EMA to DRS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from East Midlands Airport to Dresden International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EMA to DRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from East Midlands Airport to Dresden International Airport.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of East Midlands Airport, 75.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Nottingham to East Midlands Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Dresden International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near EMA:
Arriving at Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an East Midlands Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DRS instead:
Pick up a Dresden International Airport rental car and discover Dresden and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dresden International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden International Airport to the centre of Dresden has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from East Midlands Airport to Dresden International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Dresden. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
When reserving your flight from East Midlands Airport to Dresden International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Dresden, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EMA to DRS in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Dresden is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Germany waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north of Dresden, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.
