Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Dusseldorf is ten hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located. Dusseldorf observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid missing your MEL to Dusseldorf flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from MEL to Dusseldorf, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dusseldorf or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dusseldorf
The best price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dusseldorf flight is ر.ق. 1,208. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,102. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MEL to Dusseldorf. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dusseldorf throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MEL to Dusseldorf by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Snag an affordable flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dusseldorf with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to the centre of Dusseldorf takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near DUS if you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dusseldorf. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and chase adventure across Dusseldorf and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MEL to Dusseldorf.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
After your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dusseldorf has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is roughly 80 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near NRN. Kick back and get cosy after your MEL to Dusseldorf flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Weeze Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Enterprise, Sixt or Alamo and be off and running.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at NRN can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Before locking in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dusseldorf, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Dusseldorf offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
When booking your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dusseldorf flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to Dusseldorf in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Dusseldorf
After booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dusseldorf, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
Konigsallee and Rhine Tower are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Dusseldorf must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Dusseldorf, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel around 483 kilometres east to Berlin to check off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of Germany, head for Hamburg, about 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.
