What is the cheapest month to fly to Essen?

January is currently the cheapest month to fly to Essen . At this moment in time June is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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 R185, however they can be found for as little as R167.

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 30 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).

R6 733+ Cheap Flights to Essen

Flights to Essen in 2025

Return from	R9 908
One-way from	R6 733
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R12 685

KLM
29/10-5/11
2 total stops
27h 46m total
Johannesburg to Düsseldorf

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Turkish Airlines
29/10
1 total stop
19h 00m total
Johannesburg to Essen

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R18 062 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 208 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights to Essen
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Essen. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Wed 29/1023:59JNB - DUS

1 stop14h 56mKLM

Wed 5/118:15DUS - JNB

1 stop12h 50mKLM

Deal found 14/9R9 908

Wed 29/1023:59JNB - DUS

2 stops18h 41mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/116:15DUS - JNB

1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R10 689

Sun 9/1123:59JNB - DUS

1 stop18h 56mMultiple Airlines

Sat 22/1111:15DUS - JNB

2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R11 192

Sun 9/1119:05JNB - DUS

1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines

Sat 22/1118:35DUS - JNB

1 stop15h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9R11 921

Tue 30/1210:10JNB - DUS

1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 14/120:20DUS - JNB

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R12 876

Sun 9/1119:45JNB - DUS

2 stops16h 25mAustrian Airlines

Sat 22/1115:00DUS - JNB

2 stops17h 30mAustrian Airlines

Deal found 14/9R16 849

Tue 28/101:35JNB - DUS

3 stops34h 20mKenya Airways

Wed 5/1114:35DUS - JNB

2 stops24h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 14/9R16 901

Tue 30/1214:30JNB - DUS

2 stops53h 35mSWISS

Wed 14/120:20DUS - JNB

1 stop13h 10mSWISS

Deal found 15/9R16 919

Sat 8/111:35JNB - DUS

2 stops34h 20mKenya Airways

Sat 22/118:15DUS - JNB

2 stops25h 40mKenya Airways

Deal found 14/9R17 318

Best flights to Essen
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Wed 29/1023:59JNB - DUS

2 stops18h 41mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/116:15DUS - JNB

1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R10 689

Wed 11/220:15JNB - DUS

1 stop13h 40mSWISS

Sun 15/214:55DUS - JNB

1 stop18h 35mSWISS

Deal found 13/9R11 886

Wed 11/219:40JNB - DUS

2 stops19h 15mKLM

Sun 15/26:15DUS - JNB

1 stop14h 50mKLM

Deal found 15/9R14 021

Mon 22/1222:00JNB - DUS

1 stop14h 40mBritish Airways

Wed 7/110:05DUS - JNB

1 stop23h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9R14 142

Tue 30/1210:10JNB - DUS

1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 14/120:20DUS - JNB

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R12 876

Mon 22/1219:35JNB - DUS

1 stop20h 35mBritish Airways

Mon 5/115:55DUS - JNB

1 stop17h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9R14 142

Sat 20/1219:35JNB - DUS

1 stop15h 05mBritish Airways

Wed 7/115:55DUS - JNB

1 stop17h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9R14 142

Tue 23/1219:35JNB - DUS

1 stop25h 10mBritish Airways

Wed 7/17:05DUS - JNB

1 stop26h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9R14 142

Sat 20/1219:35JNB - DUS

1 stop15h 05mBritish Airways

Tue 6/115:55DUS - JNB

1 stop17h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9R15 062

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Sun 19/1017:50JNB - DUS

1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 28/1010:50DUS - JNB

2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R19 261

Tue 28/101:35JNB - DUS

3 stops34h 20mKenya Airways

Wed 5/1114:35DUS - JNB

2 stops24h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 14/9R16 901

Wed 29/1023:59JNB - DUS

1 stop14h 56mKLM

Wed 5/118:15DUS - JNB

1 stop12h 50mKLM

Deal found 14/9R9 908

Wed 29/1023:59JNB - DUS

2 stops18h 41mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/116:15DUS - JNB

1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R10 689

Fri 31/1010:25JNB - DUS

1 stop33h 30mEmirates

Fri 7/1114:30DUS - JNB

1 stop29h 05mEmirates

Deal found 16/9R19 175

One-way flights to Essen
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Wed 29/1019:05JNB - DUS

1 stop19h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 16/9R6 733

Sat 4/109:50JNB - DUS

1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9R7 357

Tue 6/19:50JNB - DUS

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/9R8 520

Tue 30/917:50JNB - DUS

1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9R8 590

Tue 30/921:15JNB - DUS

1 stop20h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9R9 058

Tue 6/19:25JNB - DUS

2 stops51h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R9 509

Tue 30/912:10JNB - DUS

2 stops31h 50mKenya Airways

Deal found 14/9R9 683

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JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/10

23:59-17:40

2 stops18h 41m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 5/11

6:15-22:05

1 stop14h 50m

R10 689

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

20:15-8:55

1 stop13h 40m

Duesseldorf Intl

Sun 15/2

14:55-10:30

1 stop18h 35m

R11 886

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

10:10-22:40

1 stop13h 30m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 14/1

20:20-10:30

1 stop13h 10m

R12 876

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:40-13:55

2 stops19h 15m

Duesseldorf Intl

Sun 15/2

6:15-22:05

1 stop14h 50m

R14 021

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

22:00-11:40

1 stop14h 40m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 7/1

10:05-10:25

1 stop23h 20m

R14 142

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

19:35-15:10

1 stop20h 35m

Duesseldorf Intl

Mon 5/1

15:55-10:25

1 stop17h 30m

R14 142

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

19:35-9:40

1 stop15h 05m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 7/1

15:55-10:25

1 stop17h 30m

R14 142

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

19:35-19:45

1 stop25h 10m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 7/1

7:05-10:25

1 stop26h 20m

R14 142

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

19:35-9:40

1 stop15h 05m

Duesseldorf Intl

Tue 6/1

15:55-10:25

1 stop17h 30m

R15 062

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB - DUS

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/10

9:50-7:25

1 stop21h 35m

R7 357

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Essen

When is the best time to book a flight to Essen?

The price you pay for your flight to Essen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Essen?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Essen takes 13 hours 30 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Essen?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Essen should consider flying on Sunday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Essen?

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

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Essen?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Essen are Lufthansa, Air France and KLM.

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 KLM, 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.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 624 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

3 968 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

7 407 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 363 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

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 R185, however they can be found for as little as R167.
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 30 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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Rainfall in Essen by month

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Temperature in Essen by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Essen

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, 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.

FAQs about flying to Essen

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

What is the best airline to fly to Essen?

How much is a return flight to Essen?

Where does the fastest flight to Essen depart from?

Does Duesseldorf Intl have car hire?

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