Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf.
Dusseldorf's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid (the location of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport).
With 24 flights a week between the two airports, Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) is the busiest route. Iberia operates the earliest flight at 08:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from MAD to DUS is with Iberia at 20:00.
To avoid missing your MAD to Dusseldorf flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf ticket. Start your journey at MAD and touch down at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS).
Iberia is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from MAD to Dusseldorf. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Traveling from central Madrid to MAD takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MAD:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, data shows 78.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Dusseldorf
The best price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf flight is AED 195. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 428. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from MAD to Dusseldorf, book your journey two months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf takes around 15 minutes by car. The center is roughly 10 kilometers away.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DUS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dusseldorf and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks before your flight from MAD to Dusseldorf can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
After your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf has touched down, you can reach the city center in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is roughly 80 kilometers from Weeze Airport (NRN).
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to NRN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your MAD to Dusseldorf flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Weeze Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from NRN one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Plan your trip to Dusseldorf in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Dusseldorf in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dusseldorf right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dusseldorf:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Konigsallee, Rhine Tower and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are must-visits when exploring Dusseldorf.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Dusseldorf, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey about 483 kilometers east to Berlin to check off its popular sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometers north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another favorite stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.