Flying from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS): What you need to know
Los Angeles has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) taking off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Dusseldorf is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles. Dusseldorf International Airport is located in Dusseldorf, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Los Angeles to DUS. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to DUS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Los Angeles International Airport:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from LAX.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to DUS flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Consider staying in a hotel near DUS if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond Dusseldorf's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport flight.
Getting from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport is 283 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 627 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Los Angeles to DUS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Affordable Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Dusseldorf based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Los Angeles to DUS plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dusseldorf
Start your Dusseldorf trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Tonhalle Concert Hall and Rhine Tower are a couple of big attractions to put on your Dusseldorf must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at German Oper am Rhein.
Explore more of Germany
Bremen is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dusseldorf. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Schnoorviertel, Старый квартал Schnoor and Musical Theatre Bremen.
Around 241 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf, Hannover is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Holocaust Mahnmal, The Old Town and Erlebnis Zoo Hannover.