Flying from Beijing to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Beijing. Explore your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Dusseldorf.
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are Dusseldorf's major entry points.
Dusseldorf is seven hours behind Beijing and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Beijing to Dusseldorf flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Dusseldorf
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Beijing to Dusseldorf flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Beijing to Dusseldorf.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Beijing to Dusseldorf by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find an affordable Beijing to Dusseldorf flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for Beijing to Dusseldorf flights leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Central Beijing to PEK is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Dusseldorf or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
79.67% of flights taking off from Beijing Capital International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Beijing to Dusseldorf flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Daxing International Airport and Dusseldorf:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can reach PKX from the centre of Beijing in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Dusseldorf:
Flights from Daxing International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 89% of them landing right on cue.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The distance from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 20 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Beijing to Dusseldorf. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise to explore Dusseldorf and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Beijing to Dusseldorf flight.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Weeze Airport (NRN) is roughly 64 kilometres from the centre of Dusseldorf. Following your flight from Beijing to Dusseldorf, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near NRN. Kick back after your Beijing to Dusseldorf flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Weeze Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NRN one week in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
January is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Dusseldorf, while June is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Dusseldorf based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Beijing to Dusseldorf ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Dusseldorf in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dusseldorf right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Beijing to Dusseldorf:
Rhine Tower and Konigsallee are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Dusseldorf to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres east of Dusseldorf, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.