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R5 546+ Cheap flights to Essen

— DUS
Oct 6 — Oct 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Essen in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Essen

Tue 3/119:50 -
1 stop21h 45m
Tue 24/119:40 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 2/9R10 885
Tue 3/1119:55 -
1 stop13h 45m
Tue 24/1116:00 -
2 stops16h 40m
Deal found 2/9R10 932
Thu 10/1218:50 -
1 stop15h 30m
Wed 6/16:35 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 5/9R11 092
Sun 18/1018:00 -
1 stop25h 15m
Sun 25/106:35 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 3/9R11 219
Tue 22/1218:50 -
1 stop15h 30m
Sun 27/126:35 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 2/9R11 299
Fri 6/1119:40 -
2 stops16h 25m
Thu 12/1120:45 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 3/9R11 873
Mon 5/1023:15 -
1 stop14h 40m
Mon 12/1012:25 -
1 stop32h 55m
Deal found 5/9R12 112
Wed 9/120:20 -
1 stop17h 40m
Tue 5/118:25 -
1 stop27h 00m
Deal found 5/9R12 271
Mon 5/108:20 -
3 stops24h 45m
Mon 12/109:30 -
3 stops28h 00m
Deal found 5/9R12 510

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R10 885

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R5 546

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

R11 905
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/11-24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Düsseldorf
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Essen
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R437 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

13:45-7:10

1 stop18h 25m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 546

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

14:30-8:20

3 stops42h 50m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 235

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

9:45-9:20

2 stops24h 35m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 068

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

19:55-8:40

1 stop13h 45m

Duesseldorf Intl

Tue 24/11

16:00-9:40

2 stops16h 40m

R10 932

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

23:15-13:55

1 stop14h 40m

Duesseldorf Intl

Mon 12/10

12:25-21:20

1 stop32h 55m

R12 112

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 207

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

18:50-9:20

1 stop15h 30m

Duesseldorf Intl

Thu 7/1

14:10-22:25

1 stop31h 15m

R12 271

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

19:40-13:50

2 stops19h 10m

Duesseldorf Intl

Thu 12/11

14:30-11:25

2 stops19h 55m

R12 638

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

18:50-18:40

1 stop23h 50m

Duesseldorf Intl

Sun 25/10

14:50-22:00

2 stops30h 10m

R12 654

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

23:59-16:30

2 stops17h 31m

Duesseldorf Intl

Tue 24/11

18:40-11:25

2 stops15h 45m

R12 670

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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 45 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 328
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R10 961
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R8 981
British Airways
British Airways
From R11 874

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,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways 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
3 653 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
3 653 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
4 480 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
8 222 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
8 209 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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 634, however they can be found for as little as R5 835.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Essen depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Essen, Cape Town Intl 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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