Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Dusseldorf's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Dusseldorf two hours behind Istanbul.
Flights from IST to DUS start from 06:55 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 20:55 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 118 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your IST to DUS flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Dusseldorf (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport offered by this airline.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between IST and DUS:
Tivat Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport flight is Rs22,874. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs47,447. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from IST to DUS, book your journey one month before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IST to DUS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Consider staying in a hotel near DUS if you're on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond Dusseldorf's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Dusseldorf based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from IST to DUS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dusseldorf. Around 483 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
