Flying from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Dusseldorf. Explore your options leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when searching for a flight from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg.
Touch down at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the major arrival point in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Dusseldorf and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you make your Dusseldorf to Johannesburg flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg
To pick up cheap Dusseldorf to Johannesburg flights, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Dusseldorf to Johannesburg flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dusseldorf International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Dusseldorf to DUS takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kms (4 miles) in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Dusseldorf International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dusseldorf International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
You can get to NRN from the centre of Dusseldorf in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 64 kms (40 miles) or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg, stay in one of these hotels close to Weeze Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Weeze Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81%.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 21 kms (13 miles). It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and experience more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Booking your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 32 kms (20 miles) from central Johannesburg. After your flight from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg, it takes approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
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Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
February is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Dusseldorf to Johannesburg tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Johannesburg right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to Johannesburg:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are major attractions which should be on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Johannesburg. Around 11 miles to the west, popular attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in South Africa, head for Pretoria, roughly 35 miles north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are highlights.