Flying from Istanbul to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
When planning your arrival in Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are the chief entry points.
The average duration of a direct Istanbul to Dusseldorf flight is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Dusseldorf's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Dusseldorf two hours behind Istanbul.
With 29 weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf with Turkish Airlines at 06:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from IST to DUS is with Turkish Airlines at 21:00.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Istanbul to Dusseldorf flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Dusseldorf
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December is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Istanbul to Dusseldorf. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf, you can leave from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Travel from IST to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) without making any stops.
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct Istanbul to Dusseldorf plane tickets leaving from IST.
We make it a breeze to find an Istanbul to Dusseldorf flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider booking your direct flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Nonstop connections from SAW will take you to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS).
You can book a direct Istanbul to Dusseldorf plane ticket with Pegasus. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of SAW.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Istanbul to Dusseldorf flight, here's where you can stop when departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 31 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and find adventure across Dusseldorf and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
After your flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is roughly 64 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near NRN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Weeze Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at NRN will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
January is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Dusseldorf, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Dusseldorf based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Istanbul to Dusseldorf tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Dusseldorf around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dusseldorf
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Rhine Tower, Konigsallee and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Dusseldorf itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Dusseldorf. Around 483 kilometres to the east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
