Flying from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport flight.
Dusseldorf International Airport is located in Dusseldorf. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is the most popular route. There are 29 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 9pm. Go for the first IST to DUS departure with Turkish Airlines at 6:50am if getting there sooner works for you.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to DUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) depart from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport departing from IST.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between IST and DUS is Turkish Airlines.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to DUS leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Prefer to leave from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) flight tickets are available from here.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to DUS are offered by Pegasus.
On the SAW to DUS route, Pegasus is the airline most travellers rely on.
Pegasus is the most reliable carrier flying between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Dusseldorf International Airport, with 72.64% of its services arriving as planned.
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and DUS:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to DUS flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near DUS and turn out the lights sooner:
Pick up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car and explore Dusseldorf and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and Enterprise are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport flight.
Getting from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport to central Dusseldorf is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
At the moment, ₹ 3,152 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 8,755. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book ten months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to DUS.
March is when you're most likely to find a good deal on an Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on flight tickets from Istanbul to DUS.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Dusseldorf. June is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your Istanbul to DUS flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 7ºC.
More about Dusseldorf
Start your Dusseldorf trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Dusseldorf International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Dusseldorf when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Tonhalle Concert Hall followed by Rhine Tower and German Oper am Rhein.
Explore more of Germany
Bremen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dusseldorf. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Schnoorviertel, Старый квартал Schnoor and Musical Theatre Bremen.
Hannover is another standout destination in Germany and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. No trip is complete without dropping by Holocaust Mahnmal, The Old Town and Erlebnis Zoo Hannover.
