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Städel Museum
Frankfurt’s premier fine art museum with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice on the Museumsufer and one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Flights from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main depart on average 5 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $113 (€91) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:45, the last at 21:40. The fastest flight covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 50m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average flight duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $113 (€91) |
Flights per day 5 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 50m |
First flight 4:45 AM |
Last flight 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Flights per day
4
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
Of the 4 flights that leave Düsseldorf for Frankfurt am Main onMon, Jun 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct flights cover the 182 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 50 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the longest flights will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
LH75
LH79
LH4217
LH73
LH75
LH79
LH73
LH4217Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$160 Average price | $58 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $58 (€47).
A bus is $141 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $160 (€129).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 0m.
Bus takes on average 5h 31m.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main flights for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH79 | 6:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 0h50 | 7:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH71 | 8:50 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 0h50 | 9:40 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH73 | 10:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 0h50 | 11:25 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH75 | 3:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0h50 | 4:20 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH4217 | 6:35 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0h50 | 7:25 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Prices are high by German standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, but supermarkets and transit stay reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, usually by telling the total when paying.
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