Travelling from Dusseldorf to London: 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 planning your flight from Dusseldorf to London.
Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). You can also disembark at London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) in London.
1 hour 27 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Dusseldorf to London. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, London is 1 hour behind Dusseldorf.
With 71 flights a week between the two airports, Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Dusseldorf to London with Eurowings at 06:55. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from DUS to LHR is with British Airways at 20:45.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Dusseldorf to London.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can enter United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Germany. But before reserving your cheap flight from Dusseldorf to London, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Dusseldorf to London, you can depart from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS). Travel from DUS to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in one seamless journey.
When departing from DUS, you can take a direct flight from Dusseldorf to London with Eurowings.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Dusseldorf to London. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dusseldorf International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 38 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dusseldorf to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Dusseldorf International Airport:
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Break up your flight from Dusseldorf to London with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Dusseldorf International Airport and London are:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
NRN is around 80 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. It takes 1 hour and 4 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dusseldorf to London, take it easy in one of these hotels near Weeze Airport:
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dusseldorf to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Dusseldorf to London has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
There are some cosy hotels where you can make a pit stop near LGW. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Dusseldorf to London at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to London
At the moment, 27 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to London. The cheapest price for a return flight is 66 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to London by booking at least 1 month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dusseldorf to London. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to London
February is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to London, while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to London based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Dusseldorf to London in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to London sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
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Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are must-do's during your London adventure.
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