Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Dusseldorf and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Dusseldorf and Rome (where Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located) are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is the most popular route, with nine weekly flights to choose from. You can fly from FCO to DUS at 09:20 with Eurowings.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your FCO to Dusseldorf flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Direct Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Dusseldorf tickets are available for booking. Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) will be your arrival point.
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Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from FCO to Dusseldorf. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
FCO is around 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near FCO? If you're boarding an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Dusseldorf, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Dusseldorf
$85 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Dusseldorf flight. A return flight ticket right now is $171. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is around 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near DUS if you have a late flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Dusseldorf. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond Dusseldorf's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from FCO to Dusseldorf.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
The centre of Dusseldorf is around 80 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN). After your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Dusseldorf has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
Following your FCO to Dusseldorf flight, rest your head at a hotel near NRN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo make collecting a Weeze Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at NRN can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Visit Dusseldorf in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Dusseldorf in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Dusseldorf flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to Dusseldorf in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Dusseldorf
Once you've booked your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Dusseldorf, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Konigsallee, Rhine Tower and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are attractions you won't want to skip in Dusseldorf.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres east of Dusseldorf, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.