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R5 239+ Cheap flights to Essen

— DUS
Oct 11 — Oct 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Essen in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Essen

Sat 10/109:45 -
1 stop21h 50m
Sun 25/109:40 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 10/9R11 461
Wed 2/1218:50 -
1 stop23h 10m
Sun 6/126:35 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 11/9R11 477
Sat 10/1023:15 -
1 stop14h 40m
Sun 25/1020:45 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 9/9R11 638
Thu 8/1014:05 -
1 stop23h 40m
Wed 21/1015:25 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 8/9R11 847
Fri 23/1014:05 -
1 stop17h 45m
Sun 1/119:40 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 11/9R12 138
Sat 10/1023:15 -
1 stop18h 25m
Sun 25/1014:30 -
2 stops19h 55m
Deal found 9/9R12 283
Tue 15/1219:55 -
1 stop14h 40m
Fri 1/110:30 -
1 stop23h 20m
Deal found 9/9R12 670
Wed 2/1219:40 -
2 stops19h 10m
Sun 6/1214:30 -
2 stops19h 55m
Deal found 11/9R12 831
Wed 16/923:15 -
1 stop14h 40m
Mon 21/911:35 -
1 stop22h 45m
Deal found 11/9R12 847
Thu 3/1219:40 -
2 stops19h 10m
Sun 6/1214:30 -
2 stops19h 55m
Deal found 11/9R12 863

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Return from

R11 461

One-way from

R5 239

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R12 041
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/2-19/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Düsseldorf
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 10/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Essen
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JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

16:20-8:35

2 stops40h 15m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 835

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/12

18:50-13:05

1 stop19h 15m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 963

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/12

17:00-8:15

3 stops40h 15m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 043

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/2

9:50-6:35

1 stop21h 45m

Duesseldorf Intl

Fri 19/2

9:40-8:20

1 stop21h 40m

R11 461

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

23:15-17:40

1 stop18h 25m

Duesseldorf Intl

Sun 25/10

14:30-11:25

2 stops19h 55m

R12 315

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 428

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

19:55-9:35

1 stop14h 40m

Duesseldorf Intl

Fri 1/1

10:30-10:50

1 stop23h 20m

R12 670

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

23:15-21:50

2 stops22h 35m

Duesseldorf Intl

Sun 25/10

14:30-11:25

2 stops19h 55m

R13 862

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/2

18:50-9:20

1 stop15h 30m

Duesseldorf Intl

Fri 19/2

10:45-9:40

2 stops21h 55m

R15 265

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

17:45-10:30

2 stops17h 45m

Duesseldorf Intl

Fri 1/1

6:15-13:55

3 stops30h 40m

R16 071

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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 14 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 446
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 087
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R9 084
British Airways
British Airways
From R12 010

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Essen?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Essen are Lufthansa, KLM 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
3 655 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 655 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 736 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
4 473 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 535 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
8 218 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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 721, however they can be found for as little as R5 902.

  • 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 (14 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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