Travelling from Dusseldorf to Seoul: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Dusseldorf. Explore your options departing from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when organising your flight from Dusseldorf to Seoul.
Step off your plane in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is eight hours ahead of Dusseldorf.
To ensure you catch your Dusseldorf to Seoul flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Seoul
To pick up cheap Dusseldorf to Seoul flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
We make it a cinch to find a Dusseldorf to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Dusseldorf International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
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Located around 6 kilometers from central Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dusseldorf to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Dusseldorf International Airport:
Dusseldorf International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DUS touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Break up your Dusseldorf to Seoul flight with a stop at Zagreb Airport (ZAG). A major stopover between Weeze Airport and Seoul, it's a good opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
With public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in around 2 hours. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Dusseldorf to Seoul? Kick back in a hotel near Weeze Airport before your holiday officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Weeze Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 85% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometers from the centre of Seoul. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Follow your own route with a Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and find adventure across Seoul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 18 kilometers from the centre of Seoul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Dusseldorf to Seoul, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 35 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Dusseldorf to Seoul:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Grab a Gimpo International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Seoul
March is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Seoul, while August is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Seoul based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Dusseldorf to Seoul ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Seoul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of South Korea waiting to be explored. Around 338 kilometers southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk.
Incheon is another sought-after destination in South Korea and is around 27 kilometers southwest of Seoul. No trip is complete without seeing Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park.