Flying from Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport (DUS): What you need to know
Dusseldorf is ten hours behind Melbourne. Dusseldorf Airport is located in Dusseldorf, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Melbourne to DUS. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as December and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to DUS departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
MEL is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to DUS flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Most flights that depart Avalon Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Pick up a Dusseldorf Airport rental car and explore Dusseldorf and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and Enterprise are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport flight.
Getting from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf
Central Dusseldorf is around 11 kms (7 miles) from Dusseldorf Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
£470 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport. A return flight starts at £679. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to DUS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
September is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport (DUS). Plan your visit to Dusseldorf in January for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your Melbourne to DUS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 7ºC.
More about Dusseldorf
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Dusseldorf Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Tonhalle Concert Hall, Rhine Tower and German Oper am Rhein are must-visits when exploring Dusseldorf.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. About 241 kms (150 miles) northeast of Dusseldorf, a visit to Bremen will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Schnoorviertel, Marktplatz and Rathaus.
Around 241 kms (150 miles) northeast of Dusseldorf, Hannover is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Old Town, Maschsee and Hannover Maschsee.
