Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf.
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Dusseldorf is one hour ahead of London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) is the most popular route, with five flights a week to pick from. You can travel from LGW to DUS at 08:45 with easyJet.
Leave enough time to catch your LGW to Dusseldorf flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Direct London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf tickets are available for booking. Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) is where you'll be touching down.
Book your favourite seat with easyJet. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from LGW to Dusseldorf, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 40 kilometres from central London, LGW can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a hotel near LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
London Gatwick Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LGW arrive on schedule 82% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dusseldorf
₹ 3,646 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf flight. A return plane ticket starts from ₹ 7,420. These fares may change depending on availability.
Score cheap flights from LGW to Dusseldorf by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
The distance from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DUS:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Dusseldorf Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from LGW to Dusseldorf.
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport (NRN)
Central Dusseldorf is located around 72 kilometres from Dusseldorf Weeze Airport (NRN). Once your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours.
Following your LGW to Dusseldorf flight, settle in at a hotel near NRN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from NRN one week in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
December is the quietest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf, while September is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Dusseldorf based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to Dusseldorf in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Dusseldorf
Once you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dusseldorf, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Rhine Tower, Tonhalle Concert Hall and German Oper am Rhein are must-do's during your Dusseldorf adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres east of Dusseldorf, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 338 kilometres northeast of Dusseldorf. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.
