Travelling from Bucharest to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Dusseldorf jetting off from here.
When it comes to working out where to land in Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are the chief entry points.
The average duration of a direct Bucharest to Dusseldorf flight is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Dusseldorf is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Bucharest.
The most popular route for flights from Bucharest to Dusseldorf is from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS). You can select from four services every week between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from OTP to DUS is the 10:35 Eurowings option. If you prefer travelling later, the final scheduled service is at 20:45 with Eurowings.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Bucharest to Dusseldorf flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Dusseldorf
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Dusseldorf is ج.م. 1,667. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 3,392. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap Bucharest to Dusseldorf flights, book your journey four months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on plane tickets from Bucharest to Dusseldorf. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can find a direct flight from Bucharest to Dusseldorf leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Set out from OTP and then hit the runway at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
Eurowings is a leading airline that offers direct Bucharest to Dusseldorf plane tickets from OTP.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Bucharest to Dusseldorf flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
OTP is around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Dusseldorf or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The distance from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf is approximately 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bucharest to Dusseldorf. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Pick up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car and explore Dusseldorf and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and Enterprise are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks in advance of your Bucharest to Dusseldorf flight.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Weeze Airport (NRN) is about 64 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. Following your flight from Bucharest to Dusseldorf, it takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near NRN. Kick back after your Bucharest to Dusseldorf flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Weeze Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
June is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Dusseldorf. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Dusseldorf in January.
When booking your Bucharest to Dusseldorf tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Dusseldorf around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dusseldorf right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Dusseldorf:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Rhine Tower, Konigsallee and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are highlights 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 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. Start your sightseeing at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.