Flying from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Dusseldorf.
Each week, there are 65 Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, select the 11:00 ITA Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 19:40 with ITA Airways.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your DUS to LIN flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
ITA Airways offers direct flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Milan — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
ITA Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
ITA Airways is a leader in on-time performance for DUS to LIN flights, with 83.16% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DUS and LIN:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
At the moment, $134 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $219. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DUS to LIN.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from DUS to LIN.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Of the flights that depart from Dusseldorf International Airport, 78.28% land on time at their destination.
To get to Dusseldorf International Airport from central Dusseldorf, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to DUS:
Arriving at Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
If you have a late Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near LIN:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Milano Linate Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from RentSmart24, Drivalia or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Milano Linate Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) to central Milan
Milano Linate Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Milan. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
The quietest month for a flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Milan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Milano Linate Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DUS to LIN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Italy, consider Turin, roughly 129 kilometres west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are highlights.