Flying from Milan to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
Touch down in Dusseldorf at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Milan to Dusseldorf flight.
Milan and Dusseldorf are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
You can pick from 23 services each week between Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) and {"defaultCase":"Dusseldorf International Airport","accusativeCase":"Dusseldorf International Airport","nominativeCase":"Dusseldorf International Airport","dativeCase":"Dusseldorf International Airport"} (DUS). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Milan to Dusseldorf.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Milan to Dusseldorf flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Dusseldorf
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Milan to Dusseldorf is Rs4,754. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs9,508. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book three months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Milan to Dusseldorf flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Milan to Dusseldorf is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Milan to Dusseldorf, you can leave from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Travel from MXP to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) in one seamless trip.
Eurowings is a leading airline that offers direct Milan to Dusseldorf plane tickets from MXP.
We make it simple to book a Milan to Dusseldorf flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Milan to Dusseldorf or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Milano Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Searching for a direct flight from Milan to Dusseldorf departing from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? Skip the connections and fly nonstop from BGY to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN).
From BGY, you can lock in a direct Milan to Dusseldorf plane ticket with Ryanair.
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Milan to Dusseldorf flight, check out these options when leaving from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf:
67.49% of flights leaving Orio al Serio International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN) has direct flights from Milan to Dusseldorf. Your trip from LIN will have you touching down at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS).
Fly out of LIN with ITA Airways. This reputable carrier offers direct Milan to Dusseldorf plane tickets.
Booking a ticket from Milan to Dusseldorf with one or more stops can give you a bigger choice of departure times along with better fares. When jetting off from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to Dusseldorf:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
The journey time to LIN from the centre of Milan is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Milano Linate Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Milan to Dusseldorf flight:
The on-time performance rate of LIN is 79.56%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Milan to Dusseldorf. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise to explore Dusseldorf and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Milan to Dusseldorf flight.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Weeze Airport (NRN) is roughly 64 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. Following your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to NRN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf:
Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo make picking up a Weeze Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from NRN one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
January is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Dusseldorf, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Dusseldorf based on whether you like 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 Milan to Dusseldorf ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Milan to Dusseldorf around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dusseldorf
After booking your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
Rhine Tower and Konigsallee are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Dusseldorf itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen.
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 to the east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're ready to explore another side of Germany, consider Hamburg, about 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.