Flying from Brussels to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Brussels. Explore your options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when booking your flight from Brussels to Dusseldorf.
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are Dusseldorf's major gateways.
Dusseldorf's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels.
To ensure you make your Brussels to Dusseldorf flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Dusseldorf
To find cheap Brussels to Dusseldorf flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Brussels to Dusseldorf flights departing from Brussels Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
BRU is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Brussels. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Dusseldorf, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
71.97% of flights taking off from Brussels Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Split up your Brussels to Dusseldorf flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Dusseldorf are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
CRL is about 40 kms (25 miles) from central Brussels. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Dusseldorf:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kms (5 miles) away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to DUS if you have a late flight from Brussels to Dusseldorf. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and experience more of Dusseldorf and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Brussels to Dusseldorf flight.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Weeze Airport (NRN) is roughly 64 kms (40 miles) from central Dusseldorf. Following your flight from Brussels to Dusseldorf, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
There are some great places to lay your head close to NRN. Tuck yourself in after your Brussels to Dusseldorf flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Weeze Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from NRN one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
June is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Dusseldorf. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Dusseldorf in January.
Before locking in your Brussels to Dusseldorf tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Dusseldorf around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Dusseldorf
Start your Dusseldorf trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Brussels to Dusseldorf, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Rhine Tower, Konigsallee and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are must-do's during your Dusseldorf adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. About 300 miles east of Dusseldorf, a trip to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 210 miles north-east of Dusseldorf. No journey is complete without a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.