Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 15 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf.
Dusseldorf is one hour behind Heraklion, where Heraklion Airport is located. Dusseldorf runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS). Take your pick of 14 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from HER to DUS is the 03:40 Condor service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:20 with Condor.
Allow plenty of time to make your HER to Dusseldorf flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf ticket. Begin your trip at HER and end it at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS).
Choose from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from HER 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)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The journey from central Heraklion to HER takes around 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to HER:
Heraklion Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from HER touch down on schedule 80.18% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Dusseldorf
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf flight is 36 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 89 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from HER to Dusseldorf by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from HER to Dusseldorf by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The distance from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf is roughly 10 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DUS:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise to explore Dusseldorf and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from HER to Dusseldorf.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Weeze Airport (NRN) is about 80 kilometres from the centre of Dusseldorf. Once you've disembarked your flight from Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
Following your HER to Dusseldorf flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near NRN. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo make collecting a Weeze Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at NRN can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Before locking in your flights from Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Dusseldorf offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HER 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 top stays in Dusseldorf right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Heraklion Airport to Dusseldorf:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Konigsallee, Rhine Tower and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are major attractions which should be on every Dusseldorf itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dusseldorf. Around 483 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.