Flying from Milan to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf. Explore your options for leaving Milan from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN).
When it comes to planning your arrival in Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are the primary gateways.
The average duration of a direct Milan to Dusseldorf flight is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Dusseldorf's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 17 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Milan to Dusseldorf is with Eurowings at 20:55. Choose the first MXP to DUS departure with easyJet at 06:40 to make the most of your first day in Dusseldorf.
Leave enough time to make your Milan to Dusseldorf flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Dusseldorf
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Flying from Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Milan to Dusseldorf, you can depart from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Get from MXP to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) without making any stops.
EasyJet is a well-known carrier that offers direct Milan to Dusseldorf plane tickets leaving from MXP.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Milan to Dusseldorf flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Milan Malpensa Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Munich Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Milan, MXP can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Milan to Dusseldorf? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Milan Malpensa Airport:
76% of flights departing from Milan Malpensa Airport land at their destination on time.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Direct flights from Milan to Dusseldorf are available at Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY), so consider flying out of this hub. BGY has nonstop services to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN).
From BGY, you can lock in a direct Milan to Dusseldorf plane ticket with Ryanair.
Split up your Milan to Dusseldorf flight with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Milan Bergamo Airport and Dusseldorf are:
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Tirana Airport (TIA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf? Kick back in a hotel near Milan Bergamo Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
Milan Linate Airport (LIN) offers convenient direct flights from Milan to Dusseldorf. Your trip from LIN will take you straight to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS).
Get ready for takeoff with ITA Airways. It offers direct Milan to Dusseldorf plane tickets from LIN.
You can reserve a ticket from Milan to Dusseldorf with one or more stops leaving from Milan Linate Airport (LIN). Here are some of the most common stopovers between LIN and Dusseldorf:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Munich Airport (MUC)
Palma - Majorca Airport (PMI)
The journey to LIN from central Milan is around 30 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 20 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Milan Linate Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Milan to Dusseldorf flight:
With 83% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, LIN is a dependable starting point for your adventure.
Arriving in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Dusseldorf. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Dusseldorf, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DUS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise to explore Dusseldorf and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Milan to Dusseldorf flight.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Once your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is approximately 64 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near NRN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Weeze Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Enterprise, Sixt or Alamo and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf. September is the most popular month for a trip to Dusseldorf. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Milan to Dusseldorf ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from Milan to Dusseldorf in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Dusseldorf
Start your Dusseldorf trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Dusseldorf, browse our selection of hotels including:
Tonhalle Concert Hall and Rhine Tower are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Dusseldorf itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at German Oper am Rhein.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Dusseldorf, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey around 483 kilometres east to Berlin to tick off its top sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Reichstag Building and Berlin Philharmonic, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres northeast of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.