Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Dusseldorf is eight hours ahead of San Francisco.
To avoid rushing for your SFO to Dusseldorf flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SFO to Dusseldorf with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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SFO is about 18 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dusseldorf? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SFO:
77.36% of flights that depart San Francisco International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dusseldorf
Rs74,472 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Dusseldorf flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs149,012. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from SFO to Dusseldorf, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Dusseldorf is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across every month and land a fantastic deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SFO to Dusseldorf by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dusseldorf. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and see more of Dusseldorf and beyond.
Booking your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from SFO to Dusseldorf can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Weeze Airport (NRN) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of Dusseldorf. Once you've disembarked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dusseldorf, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
After stepping off your SFO to Dusseldorf flight, settle in at a hotel near NRN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Weeze Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare 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 deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dusseldorf. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Dusseldorf in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your San Francisco International Airport to Dusseldorf flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to Dusseldorf in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 7ºC.
More about Dusseldorf
Once you've booked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dusseldorf, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Konigsallee, Rhine Tower and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are must-do's during your Dusseldorf adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres east of Dusseldorf, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. No journey is complete without dropping by Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
