Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Cologne (the location of Cologne Bonn Airport) and Dusseldorf share the same timezone — UTC+1.
To ensure you get on your flight from CGN to Dusseldorf, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Once you've booked your cheap tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dusseldorf, get your documents ready. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're traveling within Germany. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
CGN is about 9 miles from central Cologne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Dusseldorf
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dusseldorf is $65. The cheapest price for a return flight is $157. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CGN to Dusseldorf. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dusseldorf across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your travel plans with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dusseldorf.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is around 6 miles from central Dusseldorf. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 38 minutes when traveling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near DUS if you have a late flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dusseldorf. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Weeze Airport (NRN)
As soon as your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dusseldorf has hit the runway, you can get to the city center in about 1 hour and 4 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is approximately 50 miles from Weeze Airport (NRN).
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours and 18 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near NRN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from CGN to Dusseldorf:
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
June is the busiest month to board a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dusseldorf while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Dusseldorf, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dusseldorf, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 54ºF to 82ºF.
Look for cheap flights from CGN to Dusseldorf in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 27ºF and 45ºF on average.
More about Dusseldorf
After locking in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dusseldorf, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Rhine Tower, Konigsallee and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are top sights which should be on any well-planned Dusseldorf itinerary.
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