Traveling from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport (DRS): What you need to know
Start your trip at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), the main airport in Dusseldorf. Look for flights from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport (DRS) that depart from this terminal.
Expect to be traveling for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport flight.
Dresden International Airport is located in Dresden. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Dusseldorf.
The busiest route is from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden International Airport (DRS). You can choose from 5 direct services every week. Eurowings operates a 6:35am departure between DUS and DRS.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Dusseldorf to DRS.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
You can book a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport (DRS) leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS).
When leaving from DUS, you can take a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport with Eurowings.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between DUS and DRS is Eurowings.
Eurowings is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 86.49% of services arriving on schedule.
Located around 10 kilometers from the center of Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Dusseldorf International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
78.28% of flights that take off from Dusseldorf International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometers away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Dusseldorf to DRS flight? Relax in a hotel near Weeze Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Weeze Airport has a track record for punctuality. 80.87% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Dresden International Airport (DRS)
If you have a late flight from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near DRS:
Travel at your own pace with a Dresden International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and chase adventure across Dresden and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport flight.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden International Airport is roughly 10 kilometers from central Dresden. The time it takes to get to the center in a cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport is $69. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $139. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book four months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dusseldorf to DRS.
The best month for picking up cheap Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport (DRS). July is when most people travel to Dresden. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.
Lock in a Dusseldorf to DRS plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dresden to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport in January when temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Dresden
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dresden right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to Dresden International Airport:
Dresden Christmas Market and Zwinger are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Dresden to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Dresden Elbe Valley.
Explore more of Germany
Dresden has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. Around 153 kilometers north of Dresden, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
Around 97 kilometers west of Dresden, Leipzig is another favorite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Holocaust Memorial, Oper Leipzig and Museum of Fine Arts.