Flying from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) begins with finding the best 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.
Hop on a direct flight from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Dusseldorf International Airport is located in Dusseldorf. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.
The busiest route is from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), with 56 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MXP to DUS is the 08:40 ITA Airways service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 20:45 with Eurowings.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Milan to DUS.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Get there in one go from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Direct flights from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) operate from here.
Eurowings is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport jetting out of MXP.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Milan to DUS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
MXP is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Milan to Dusseldorf 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 Milano Malpensa Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)? Browse the fares jetting out of Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
Eurowings has direct flights from Milan to DUS out of BGY. Book your favourite aisle seat and reach your destination without any detours.
Break up your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and DUS include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
BGY is around 64 kilometres from central Milan. It takes 58 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to DUS:
About Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DUS instead:
Getting from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport to the centre of Dusseldorf is about 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 38 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
RM109 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport. Return flights start from RM262. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Milan to DUS, book your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
To get the best price on your tickets from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport, book your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Dusseldorf. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Milan to DUS in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 7ºC.
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Dusseldorf right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf International Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Dusseldorf is to visit its leading attractions. Highlights include Rhine Tower, Konigsallee and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen.
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