Flying from Dusseldorf to Tokyo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Dusseldorf. Check out your options departing from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when reserving your flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo.
Arrive in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Dusseldorf and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Dusseldorf to Tokyo flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a popular month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Tokyo
To pick up cheap Dusseldorf to Tokyo flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Dusseldorf to Tokyo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dusseldorf International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Dusseldorf International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Dusseldorf International Airport, 78.28% land on time at their destination.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
You can get to NRN from central Dusseldorf in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo, stay in one of these hotels near Weeze Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Weeze Airport get to their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80.87%.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Grab a Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your Dusseldorf to Tokyo flight.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. After your flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT can get you a lower rate.
Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Tokyo, while April is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Dusseldorf to Tokyo tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Tokyo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top sights which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If there's time to check out another corner of Japan, consider Osaka, about 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are among its highlights.
