- Must visit
Museum Folkwang
World-class art museum in the Villa Hügel parkland, famous for 19th and 20th century masterpieces and changing exhibitions.
Flights from Konstanz to Essen depart on average 52 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €100 but you can travel from only €42 by bus.
There are 13 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 21:45. The fastest flight covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 1h 5m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €100 |
Flights per day 52 |
Direct flights 13 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
First flight 5:50 AM |
Last flight 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€71
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€71
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 15 m
Flights on Sep 20
1
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Konstanz to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Konstanz to Essen will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €71.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 flights from Konstanz to Essen, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct flights cover the 448 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the longest flights will take 1 h 15 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Konstanz to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, while a flight costs an average of €450.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€450 Average price | €148 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 24m Average total duration 13h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg 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 Konstanz to Essen:
A bus is €85 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Konstanz to Essen costing on average €148.
A bus is €387 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Konstanz to Essen costing on average €450.
Other travel options to Essen take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Bus takes on average 13h 54m.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Konstanz to Essen by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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