Flying from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Touch down in Dusseldorf at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
The timezone in Dusseldorf is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Give yourself enough time to make your Los Angeles to Dusseldorf flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf
To pick up cheap Los Angeles to Dusseldorf flights, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Los Angeles to Dusseldorf flights leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Los Angeles International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination on time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is approximately 8 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near DUS if you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car and explore Dusseldorf and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and Enterprise are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Weeze Airport (NRN) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of Dusseldorf. Following your flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf, it takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
After your flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf, settle in at a hotel near NRN. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Weeze Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
January is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Dusseldorf based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Los Angeles to Dusseldorf tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dusseldorf right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Rhine Tower, Konigsallee and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are must-visits when exploring Dusseldorf.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dusseldorf. Around 483 kilometres to the east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
