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R6 360+ Cheap flights to Essen

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Sep 26 — Oct 31
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Essen in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Essen

Mon 21/923:15 -
1 stop14h 40m
Wed 7/1018:15 -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 24/8R11 684
Tue 6/1014:05 -
1 stop23h 40m
Tue 13/109:20 -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 22/8R11 844
Mon 21/98:45 -
1 stop13h 40m
Wed 7/1015:20 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 25/8R12 051
Fri 18/120:20 -
1 stop23h 10m
Mon 11/118:25 -
1 stop15h 35m
Deal found 26/8R12 130
Tue 6/1014:30 -
2 stops21h 30m
Tue 13/109:45 -
3 stops27h 45m
Deal found 22/8R12 497
Tue 6/1018:50 -
1 stop13h 50m
Tue 13/1014:35 -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 22/8R12 991
Sun 13/923:15 -
1 stop14h 40m
Sat 26/96:25 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 23/8R13 677

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Return from

R11 684

One-way from

R6 360

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R12 545
KLM
  • KLM
  • 21/9-7/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Düsseldorf
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Essen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R449 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R430 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

8:45-22:25

1 stop13h 40m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 7/10

15:20-8:35

1 stop17h 15m

R12 051

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 242

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

14:30-20:10

3 stops29h 40m

Duesseldorf Intl

Tue 13/10

9:45-13:30

3 stops27h 45m

R12 672

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

10:05-19:15

1 stop33h 10m

Duesseldorf Intl

Thu 15/10

21:15-5:30

1 stop32h 15m

R13 868

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

18:50-11:50

2 stops17h 00m

Duesseldorf Intl

Sat 26/9

6:25-21:20

1 stop14h 55m

R14 139
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JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

9:50-6:35

1 stop21h 45m

R6 408

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

18:50-9:20

1 stop15h 30m

R6 791

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

18:50-17:00

1 stop23h 10m

R6 838

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

9:50-6:35

1 stop21h 45m

R7 173

JohannesburgDüsseldorf

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

JNBDUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

18:50-9:20

1 stop15h 30m

R7 317

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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 15 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.

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 331
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R10 964
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R9 309
British Airways
British Airways
From R11 877

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
3 656 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
3 656 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
3 731 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
4 484 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
8 223 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
8 195 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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 636, however they can be found for as little as R5 837.

  • 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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