Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Dusseldorf is 6 hours ahead of Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located. Dusseldorf operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from ORD to Dusseldorf, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
We make it easy to plan a flight from ORD to Dusseldorf with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you hold a passport from United States and are travelling to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf.
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ORD:
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dusseldorf
$515 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf. A return flight starts at $896. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ORD to Dusseldorf, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf takes around 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 38 minutes.
If you have a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DUS:
Weeze Airport (NRN)
As soon as your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour and 4 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is roughly 80 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN).
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to NRN. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from ORD to Dusseldorf:
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf. June is the busiest month for a trip to Dusseldorf. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ORD to Dusseldorf in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 7ºC.
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dusseldorf right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Rhine Tower, Konigsallee and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are must-do's during your Dusseldorf adventure.
Complete your Dusseldorf trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Dusseldorf and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Dusseldorf.