Flying from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Dresden's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Dusseldorf.
Take your pick of five weekly Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with Eurowings is the earliest you can take. Eurowings operates the last service of the day at 19:00.
Your DUS to DRS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Eurowings has direct flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Dresden — and maybe even more of Germany if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Eurowings.
With a dependable 86.49% of services arriving on schedule, Eurowings is the most punctual carrier for DUS to DRS flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DUS and DRS:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Rs19,271 is the lowest price for a one-way Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs38,216. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from DUS to DRS by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DUS to DRS.
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Handy information about Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dusseldorf International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Dusseldorf to Dusseldorf International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DUS:
Arriving at Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Consider booking a hotel close to DRS if you're taking a late Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Dresden International Airport rental car and explore Dresden and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Dresden International Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden International Airport to the centre of Dresden has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The quietest month for a flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport is December, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Dresden based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Dresden International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DUS to DRS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 5ºC on average.
Explore more of Germany
Dresden is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north of Dresden, a visit to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among the biggest draws.