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$1,075+ Cheap flights to Essen

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DUS
8 Sep — 15 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Essen in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Essen
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Essen. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 9 August 2026.

Thu 12/1113:15 -
3 stops39h 00m
Mon 16/1112:55 -
3 stops37h 10m
Deal found 4/8$2,837
Wed 25/1111:45 -
3 stops33h 25m
Fri 11/1218:40 -
3 stops48h 10m
Deal found 9/8$2,975
Wed 25/1111:45 -
3 stops33h 25m
Sat 12/1218:40 -
3 stops48h 10m
Deal found 9/8$3,025
Thu 27/817:15 -
1 stop30h 30m
Sat 5/909:20 -
1 stop28h 10m
Deal found 9/8$3,034
Thu 12/1117:45 -
2 stops31h 25m
Mon 16/1114:45 -
2 stops45h 40m
Deal found 4/8$3,185
Thu 13/817:15 -
1 stop30h 45m
Mon 17/815:25 -
1 stop46h 05m
Deal found 5/8$3,198

Find flight deals to Essen

Find the latest flights to Essen in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 9 August 2026.

Return from

$2,396

One-way from

$1,075

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,783
28/1-18/2
  • 28/1-18/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 81h 00m total
  • Auckland to Düsseldorf
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28/10
  • 28/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 15m total
  • Auckland to Essen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($310 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/1

11:20-09:10

2 stops33h 50m

Duesseldorf Intl

Thu 18/2

18:40-05:50

2 stops47h 10m

$2,396
Fastest return journey

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/1

07:30-11:15

3 stops39h 45m

Duesseldorf Intl

Thu 18/2

14:00-14:05

3 stops36h 05m

$2,678

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/11

13:15-16:15

3 stops39h 00m

Duesseldorf Intl

Mon 16/11

12:55-14:05

3 stops37h 10m

$2,837

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Wed 25/11

11:45-09:10

3 stops33h 25m

Duesseldorf Intl

Fri 11/12

18:40-06:50

3 stops48h 10m

$2,975
Cheapest one-way

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/8

16:25-19:55

2 stops37h 30m

$1,392

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Wed 26/8

16:25-08:55

3 stops50h 30m

$1,414

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/10

21:05-18:55

1 stop33h 50m

$1,726

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/11

21:05-18:55

1 stop33h 50m

$1,728

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/10

21:05-18:55

1 stop33h 50m

$1,762

AucklandDüsseldorf

AKL Auckland Intl - DUS Duesseldorf Intl

AKLDUS

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/11

21:05-18:55

1 stop33h 50m

$1,764

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Essen

How long is the flight to Essen?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Essen takes 32 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Essen from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Essen?

The most popular airline flying from Auckland to Essen is Emirates.

Emirates
Emirates
From $2,832

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Essen?

The cheapest airline flying from Auckland to Essen is Emirates.

Rainfall in Essen by month

Plan your trip to Essen by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Essen ranges from 30.0 - 80.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Essen when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Essen by month

Plan your trip to Essen by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Essen, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Essen

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Essen. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Essen. Reviews last updated 9 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates to Germany have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,648 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,648 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,648 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

FAQs about flying to Essen

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Essen if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Essen on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Essen?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Essen.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Essen depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Essen, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (32 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Duesseldorf Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Duesseldorf Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Duesseldorf Intl?

    Yes. Duesseldorf Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel is the closest property to Duesseldorf Intl (0.0 km away from Duesseldorf Intl).

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