Traveling Through DUS — Düsseldorf International Airport
Düsseldorf International Airport serves 3 terminals, 72 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.
📋 Key Facts for Your Trip
Essential info before you fly through DUS
✈️ Airlines at DUS
Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel
| Airline | Terminal(s) |
|---|---|
| Plus Ultra Lineas Aereas | Confirm with airline |
| Aegean Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Aer Lingus | Confirm with airline |
| Air Anka | Confirm with airline |
| Air Baltic | Confirm with airline |
| Air Cairo | Confirm with airline |
| Air Dolomiti | Confirm with airline |
| Air France | Confirm with airline |
| Air Serbia | Confirm with airline |
| A Jet | Confirm with airline |
| Alba Star | Confirm with airline |
| Austrian Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Avanti Air | Confirm with airline |
| Bluebird Airways | Confirm with airline |
| British Airways | Confirm with airline |
| Condor | Confirm with airline |
| Copenhagen Air Taxi | Confirm with airline |
| Corendon Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Corendon Airlines Europe | Confirm with airline |
| Croatia Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Easy Jet Europe | Confirm with airline |
| Easy Jet | Confirm with airline |
| Egypt Air | Confirm with airline |
| Emirates | Confirm with airline |
| Enter Air | Confirm with airline |
| Etihad Airways | Confirm with airline |
| Eurowings | Confirm with airline |
| Finnair | Confirm with airline |
| Fly One | Confirm with airline |
| Freebird Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Freebird Airlines Europe | Confirm with airline |
| GP Aviation | Confirm with airline |
| Hahn Air Lines | Confirm with airline |
| Hi Sky Europe | Confirm with airline |
| Iberia | Confirm with airline |
| Israir | Confirm with airline |
| ITA Airways | Confirm with airline |
| KLM | Confirm with airline |
| KM Malta Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Leav Aviation | Confirm with airline |
| LOT Polish Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Lufthansa | Confirm with airline |
| Lufthansa City Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Mavi Gök Aviation | Confirm with airline |
| Middle East Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Nesma Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Nile Air | Confirm with airline |
| Norwegian | Confirm with airline |
| Nouvelair | Confirm with airline |
| Pegasus Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Qantas Airways | Confirm with airline |
| Qatar Airways | Confirm with airline |
| Red Sea Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Royal Air Maroc | Confirm with airline |
| Royal Jordanian | Confirm with airline |
| Scandinavian Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Sky Up MT | Confirm with airline |
| Sky Alps | Confirm with airline |
| Sky Express | Confirm with airline |
| Smartwings (Tschechien) | Confirm with airline |
| Star East Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Sun Express | Confirm with airline |
| Sundair | Confirm with airline |
| Swiss | Confirm with airline |
| Tailwind Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| TAP Portugal | Confirm with airline |
| Test-Airline für OZ | Confirm with airline |
| Tuifly | Confirm with airline |
| Tunisair | Confirm with airline |
| Turkish Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| UR Airlines | Confirm with airline |
| Vueling | Confirm with airline |
🚗 Getting To & From DUS
Ground transportation options for Duesseldorf
Rail / Train
S-Bahn S11 directly from the terminal building (underneath the main terminal) to Düsseldorf Central Station. Journey time is approximately 12 minutes. Cost is around €3.60. Frequency is every 20 minutes. The SkyTrain connects the terminal to the Düsseldorf Flughafen Fernbahnhof (long-distance train station).
Bus / Shuttle
Direct bus services from D-Flughafen Term. A/B/C to Düsseldorf Hbf (Central Station). Services depart every 30 minutes.
Rideshare
Uber and other rideshare services are available.
Taxi
Approximate fare to city center is €20-€30. Journey time is 15-20 minutes. Taxi stands are available on both Departures and Arrivals levels.
Parking
Outdoor parking with shuttle service starts from €30.00 for a period (likely per day or multiple days, needs clarification, but using the stated value for now). · P12 near the terminal offers a special rate of €6 for up to 90 minutes. P1 and P2 are 1-minute walk to the terminal, with max daily rates of €42 and €33 respectively.
Rental Cars
Car rental counters are situated in Arrivals. Major companies include Enterprise, SIXT, Avis, Flex To Go, Hertz, Europcar, Alamo, Wheego, Budget, Dollar.
🍽️ Inside DUS
Food, lounges, and shopping at Düsseldorf International Airport
Food & Dining
Before security: McCafé (Arrivals Level, 24-hour), McDonald’s (Arrivals Level, 24-hour) · After security: Segafredo (Departures Level, 24-hour), other outlets open around 4:00 AM.
Lounges
Hugo Junkers Lounge (Airside, Terminal B, Level 2, near Gate B60, access: Pay at door, prepaid passes, membership programs, credit card rewards, select business/first-class passengers on KLM, Air France, Finnair)Open Sky Lounge (Airside, Terminal C, near Gates C80–C90, access: Pay at door, prepaid passes, membership programs, credit card rewards, premium passengers of select non-Schengen carriers like Emirates and Etihad)Emirates Lounge (Airside, Terminal C, near Gate C45, access: Emirates First/Business Class, Emirates Skywards Platinum/Gold)Lufthansa Senator Lounge (Airside, Terminal A, Level 1, near Gates A50–A59, access: Lufthansa/Star Alliance first-class, Star Alliance Gold, Miles & More Senator/HON Circle)Lufthansa Business Lounge (Airside, Terminal A, Level 1, near Gates A50–A59, access: Lufthansa/Star Alliance business-class, Miles & More Frequent Traveller/Senator/HON Circle, Star Alliance Gold)
Shopping
Heinemann Düsseldorf Duty Free offers exclusive products from international luxury brands and regional specialties. Over 80 shops, bars & restaurants are available, with over 60 exclusive boutiques. There is also a REWE supermarket in the arrivals hall (south end), open daily from 5:00 to 0:00.
💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for DUS
Insider knowledge to make your time at Düsseldorf International Airport smoother
- 1 Check-in area is more comfortable than arrivals; chairs can be moved for makeshift beds; seats without armrests are available airside; benches in the retail concourse (landside) are good for sleeping; bring snacks for late/early flights as food options may close overnight; tap water is safe to drink and available at water stations.
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Frequently Asked Questions — DUS
How many terminals does DUS (Düsseldorf International Airport) have?
Düsseldorf International Airport has 3 terminals: Piers A, Piers B, Piers C. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.
Does DUS have free WiFi?
Free Wi-Fi for the first 30 minutes, paid options available for longer use.. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.
How early should I arrive at DUS?
For domestic flights, check-in closes Recommended to arrive 90 minutes before departure. Check-in counters generally open around 4:00 AM, exact times vary by airline and schedule.. For international flights, check-in closes Recommended to arrive 2-3 hours before departure. Check-in counters generally open around 4:00 AM, exact times vary by airline and schedule.. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.
What airlines fly from DUS?
Düsseldorf International Airport is served by 72 airlines, including Plus Ultra Lineas Aereas, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Air Anka, Air Baltic and 67 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.
How do I get from DUS to Duesseldorf?
Ground transportation options from Düsseldorf International Airport include rail/train (S-Bahn S11 directly from the terminal building (underneath the main terminal) to Düsseldorf Central Station. Journey time is approximately 12 minutes. Cost is around €3.60. Frequency is every 20 minutes. The SkyTrain connects the terminal to the Düsseldorf Flughafen Fernbahnhof (long-distance train station).), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.
Is there parking at DUS?
Yes, Düsseldorf International Airport offers parking options. Outdoor parking with shuttle service starts from €30.00 for a period (likely per day or multiple days, needs clarification, but using the stated value for now). P12 near the terminal offers a special rate of €6 for up to 90 minutes. P1 and P2 are 1-minute walk to the terminal, with max daily rates of €42 and €33 respectively. Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.
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