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R6 458+ Cheap flights to Essen

— DUS
Oct 16 — Oct 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Essen in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Essen

Wed 2/1218:50 -
1 stop23h 10m
Sun 6/126:35 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 11/9R11 582
Sat 26/923:15 -
1 stop32h 25m
Sun 11/1018:15 -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 16/9R12 183
Wed 23/98:45 -
1 stop13h 40m
Tue 29/915:10 -
1 stop17h 25m
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Fri 23/1014:05 -
1 stop17h 45m
Sun 1/119:40 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 11/9R12 248
Wed 2/1219:40 -
2 stops19h 10m
Sun 6/1220:45 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 11/9R12 427
Sun 13/918:50 -
1 stop13h 50m
Sat 26/918:15 -
1 stop27h 05m
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Sun 13/923:15 -
1 stop32h 25m
Sat 26/918:15 -
1 stop27h 05m
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Wed 2/1219:40 -
2 stops19h 10m
Sun 6/1214:30 -
2 stops19h 55m
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Thu 3/1219:40 -
2 stops19h 10m
Sun 6/1214:30 -
2 stops19h 55m
Deal found 11/9R12 980
Sat 26/923:15 -
1 stop32h 25m
Sun 11/1011:35 -
2 stops33h 45m
Deal found 16/9R13 517

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R12 183

One-way from

R6 458

Popular in

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November

Average price

R12 151
KLM
  • KLM
  • 26/9-11/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Düsseldorf
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Essen
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JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

13:45-7:10

1 stop18h 25m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 458

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

9:50-6:35

1 stop21h 45m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 304

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

9:50-6:35

1 stop21h 45m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 304

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

14:30-22:30

2 stops33h 00m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 873

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

1:35-21:55

2 stops21h 20m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 003

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

14:30-11:10

3 stops21h 40m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 296

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

13:30-9:55

3 stops44h 25m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 239

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

21:15-21:00

1 stop23h 45m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 532

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

12:15-14:30

2 stops26h 15m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 135

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

18:50-9:20

1 stop15h 30m

Duesseldorf Intl

Sat 20/2

18:15-22:25

1 stop27h 10m

R12 395

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Essen

How long is the flight to Essen?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Essen takes 13 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Essen from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Essen?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Essen are Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R10 542
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 188
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R9 713
British Airways
British Airways
From R12 120

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Essen?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Essen are KLM, Lufthansa and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Essen by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Essen ranges from 30.0 - 80.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Essen when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Essen by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Essen, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Essen

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to Germany to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 659 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 659 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 659 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 659 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 464 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 659 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 228 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 659 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 231 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 659 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

FAQs about flying to Essen

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Essen if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Essen on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Essen?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Lufthansa is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Essen.

  • How much is a return flight to Essen?

    A return flight to Essen will typically cost around R7 792, however they can be found for as little as R5 956.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Essen depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Essen, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Duesseldorf Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Duesseldorf Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Duesseldorf Intl?

    Yes. Duesseldorf Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel is the closest property to Duesseldorf Intl (0,0 km away from Duesseldorf Intl).

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