Cheap flights Essen

Do you want an easy and affordable flight to Essen in Germany (Europe)? Ordering the cheapest airline tickets will take you only a few minutes. Decide about a destination, the arrival date and the number of people. The system will show you the fastest and cheapest routes to central airports such as Amsterdam, Antwerp or Brussels. You will then receive a schedule with departure times, arrival times, the estimated total costs and alternative useful information about the maximum dimensions of hand luggage, flight duration and optional stopovers of air companies like easyJet (U2) & Turkish Airlines (TK). Then you can book a rental car or an overnight stay at conveniently located hotels like Motel One Essen, Limehome Essen Kettwiger Straße, My Moyo – Managed By Ipartment, Limehome Essen Viehofer Straße, Limehome Essen Kibbelstraße.

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The German place is a very popular location for a short city trip or a complete vacation. This venue gives a nice variation of historical buildings, museums and cultural outings, versatile nature, sophisticated restaurants and various shopping possibilities. Looking for the best time to book a direct fly to Essen for a normal rate. We wrote a practical step-by-step plan with explanation and tips for booking cheap flights.

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Search German holiday destination
In step 1 you look for a departure location / airport (e.g. Dublin Airport (DUB) and your final destination. You can also opt for multi-city flights. Then choose the day of departure and day of return (if you would like a return ticket). In the comparator you have the ability to weigh several flight destinations. Then choose the travel composition. Click search to continue and view flight options.
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The price comparator then provides insight into all available flights from the airport of your choice to popular airfields like Brussels, Antwerp & Amsterdam. You can view further details about ticket rates, duration of travel or a specific departure time. Further, you can personalize the results by max. number of stops popular airlines (like Ryanair (FR), Scandinavian Airlines (SK) and Vueling (VY)), arrival airport and conditions regarding baggage. Don’t forget: the comparison page also offers cheaper one way flights to Essen in the same month. If required you can register for a price alert.
Choose airline ticket-booking site
Choose the flight according to your wishes. This same flight can be arranged via very different ticket sites. You can book them via the local flag carrier (Lufthansa) or a ticket shop like Skyscanner. More and more air companies and travel agencies charge an extra contribution for meals, seat selection, service fee, hand luggage, insurances, entertainment. Read current reviews and select a provider.
Choose hand- and hold luggage and provide the passenger details
The airline ticket search engine will redirect you to the ticket booking sites. Look specifically at the departure time, the number of adults and/or children, the total price and confirm the itinerary. You can then click on the wanted luggage package. Normally 1 piece of hand luggage (56 x 45 x 25 cm) can be taken at no cost. Do you also want to take hold luggage with you on holiday? In that case, different rates usually apply. In addition you fill in the name and address details. It is essential that you share the correct names (incl. initials) as written on your passport or on your ID card.
Choose onboard extras
During this step, you can choose extras to make your flight even more enjoyable. Upgrades are e.g. extra legroom, faster check-in line, an insurance, snacks and meals, special luggage, a dog, cat or other pet, a rental car on arrival etc. The system now calculates the final prices of your complete trip. Checkout is easy via your credit card (MasterCard, Visa and American Express). You will receive a confirmation by email. About 1 day before departure you need to check in all travelers online. Directly afterwards, you will receive the boarding pass. It is recommended that you are at the airport three hours before departure. Also check whether your passport is still valid (customs).

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Practical information about this destination

Travel destination Essen (latitude: 51.4556432, longitude: 7.0115552) is a beautiful environment in Germany, Europe. The main language(s): German. In this country, you pay with the Euro (EUR). Keep in mind the time zone Europe/Berlin (UTC +1). When flying to Essen vacation, you have to take into account to work wit plug type F. The supply voltage is 230 V and 50 Hz. You can fly to various airports nearby such as Antwerp, Amsterdam & Brussels. The price level of everyday products and services is very expensive. The flag carrier is Lufthansa. A normal hotel costs about €128,7.

Region	Essen
Country	Germany
Continent	Europe
Time zone	Europe/Berlin (UTC +1)
Regional airport	Düsseldorf Airport (DUS)
Local airline	Lufthansa
Website	www.dus.com/
Phone service	+49 211 4210

Last-minute tickets December 2024: look for the cheapest flight offers

Booking an affordable plane ticket is actually quite easy. By choosing a user-friendly search engine, you are always aware of the cheapest flights to Essen and other nearby cities with airlines like Delta Air Lines (DL), KLM (KL) or Lufthansa (LH). You find lots of tricks and tips to book cheaper. In the box below you can find our 12 tips to travel cheaper by plane. You can also search for affordable airline tickets to Pula.

12 tips en tricks for flight bookings

Book with a budget airline: low-cost airlines are low-cost carriers with favorable rates.
Try airline ticket price comparator.
Today or tomorrow departure: consciously choose last-minute flights.
Early-Bird Flight Deals: extra discount, especially for intercontinental flights, if you book on time.
Fly flexible: possibly fly on another day.
Clear your web browser’s search history.
Use a price alarm: always be the first to know about new deals.
Book a flight with connection: a transit flight will quickly save you much money.
Sometimes you can use a discount voucher on your booking.
Frequent Flyer Points: earn points with your flights with special loyalty programs.
Open-jaw tickets: fly cheaply back from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Hotel with flight package: take advantage of extra benefits with hotel deals with flights.

Choosing the right departure month

January 2023: an attractive and cheap month to fly.
February 2023: the winter holidays are a nice time to travel.
March 2023: traditional travel period for spring break.
April 2023: perfect period for a weekend break or city trip in Essen.
May 2023: a package holiday contains all the components for a complete holiday.
June 2023: extra cheap flight and hotel bundles available
July 2023: the summer holidays are a somewhat more expensive period to book.
August 2023: a wide range of different flying holidays.
September 2023: the offer of last-minute flights changes daily.
October 2023: a wonderful destination for an autumn holiday.
November: 2022: consider an all-inclusive hotel this period.
December: 2022: go for a winter sun deal and have a wonderful Christmas holiday.

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Help me with my booking: help with all your questions

When you compare flights from Essen you get great options and additional packages that enable you to upgrade your flight. Nowadays there are a lot of options. Travelers don’t always know what to do with this. Which parts are relevant to me, and what is not necessary? In the list below we offer an extensive explanation about services that are often bookable (such as with Ryanair, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines, easyJet, IndiGo, Air Canada, Air China, Lufthansa & Vueling, LATAM Airlines, Air France / KLM, Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Azul).

Baggage costs

Hand luggage refers to a suitcase that you take with you in the cabin. Like, for example, a small briefcase, overnight bag, trolley, handbag, travel bag, purse. Many airlines in this country handle a maximum of 1 piece of hand luggage (10 kg) plus an accessory. Checked baggage is a bag or suitcase which you must weigh and label / check in. This goes in the baggage hold of the aircraft. The max. weight differs per airline and flight class. This is around the 25 – 30 kilograms. Current rates vary between €0,00 (free) up to €40,00.

At most 1 item of hand luggage (55 x 25 x 35 cm, maximum 8 – 10 kg).
Checked baggage: often max. 1 suitcase , no more than 20 – 25 kg.
Check the airline’s website for the baggage rules for your flight.

How does seat reservation work?

Traveling with others to Essen by plane? Then you want to sit together. You can usually choose seats next to each other when buying the tickets. When choosing the seat numbers the surcharges are displayed. Not choosing a seat? Then the airline will assign you a seat. When you check in via internet it is very easy to make a last minute seat selection. Do you opt for extra legroom? The airline charges a small surcharge for this.

Economy class: the most favorable tickets (also near the emergency exit, at the aisle, at the window, at the toilets, front row (in front), back row (in the back).
Business class: more luxurious seat with extra legroom.
First class: the best airline seats and premium amenities.

How does the cancellation insurance work?

Do you have to cancel shortly before departure? Then a cancellation fee will be charged. The cancellation insurance overs the cancellation costs if you have to cancel your trip or cut it short. Reasons can be: involuntary unemployment, damage to your home, death or serious illness, complications during pregnancy, medically necessary surgery, divorce. You get a reasonable allowance for adjusting or changing the airline tickets.

You must close it within 1 week after booking the trip.
A ongoing travel insurance covers damage during your trip (think of costs as repatriation, emergency assistance, medical expenses, legal counsel, car breakdown assistance, winter sports accidents).
Luggage insurance: special insurance policy to cover theft risks.

Meal on board: how does it work?

A flight trip Essen (Europe) can be defined as European air travel. Please note the following: the flight must often be at least 2 hours for a meal on board. The menu is composed based on the length of the flight. The food and the beverages is neatly presented by the flight staff. You can also bring your own food.

European plane trip: on short flights you only get a drink or sometimes a snack.
Served meals and drinks may differ per airline and time of flight.
In-flight entertainment: interactive display with service button, movies / series, navigation, games, current weather forecast, reading light.

How does business flying work?

Do you want to travel for business matters? Then you want to be at the destination as quickly as possible. Terminals can meet this need. They offer: premium parking, faster boarding and exclusive access to a cozy lounge where you can continue your work in a relaxed manner. Do you most travel via Düsseldorf Airport? Then take a look at the premium membership. This offers several advantages for the business traveler.

Free WIFI: a fast free internet connection in the waiting area.
Priority boarding: this allows you to board first.
Members-only & pay-to-access lounges: a special space for business travelers.
For business trips: you will also find workstations with good tables, chairs and (USB) sockets.
Covered parking near the gate.
Loyalty programs: check frequent flyer programs like Air Miles, Lifemiles, Mileage Plan, Executive Club, AAdvantage, Miles&Smiles and Southwest Rapid Rewards, KrisFlyer, Frontier Miles, Miles&More, Eastern Miles, Flying Blue.

Additional services

You can choose many other extras you can choose to make the international of domestic flight even better. Hereafter we provide multiple much chosen extra services.

Pets: take your dog or cat with you on the plane.
Special baggage: fishing equipment, musical instrument, sports equipment, diving equipment, skis and snowboard, bicycle.
Make an extra contribution for CO2 compensation.
Valet-parking: A driver will be waiting for you and will take charge of your car.
Car rental: choose the convenience of a rental car in Essen.
Arrange extra checked baggage: easily add extra baggage afterwards.
Flying with baby: with children’s luggage such as child seat, Maxi-Cosi, wrap, camping bed, baby carrying bag, pram.
Airport transfer: save time by booking your shuttle service in advance.

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View List of Airports in Essen (and in the surroundings)

Boarding the fastest flight to Essen? In this region, you can choose from large and busy but also smaller German airfields. An important hub airport in this neighborhood is Frankfurt Airport. The (national) airline Lufthansa is one of the leading names here. In the accompanying table you’ll find various modern airdromes that handle many flights every day. From these locations there is a good connection with public transport (train and bus), airport shuttle service and taxi transfer. Professional air companies who fly here are e.g. KLM (KL), Lufthansa (LH), Transavia (HV) or Wizz Air (W6).

Airfield	IATA‑airport code	Distance (KM)
Amsterdam	AMS	181,3 km
Antwerp	ANR	179,9 km
Brussels	BRU	186,8 km
Cologne	CGN	66,3 km
Dortmund	DTM	42,2 km
Duesseldorf	DUS	25,1 km
Eindhoven	EIN	113,6 km
Munster	FMO	88,7 km
Frankfurt	FRA	192,2 km
Groningen	GRQ	187,6 km

List of airports near Essen (Germany).

Major Airport Essen: Düsseldorf Airport

Airport Düsseldorf Airport is a great airport of arrival. It’s about a big terminal located 45 meters above sea level in Düsseldorf. You can set the GPS to: 7QQ8+RP Düsseldorf, Germany. The corresponding website is www.dus.com/. The airport can also be reached by phone (+49 211 4210). A very reliable commercial airline is Lufthansa. We also inform you about cheap non-stop flights to Mexicali.

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Frankfurt Airport: most flights fly to and from this airport.
St Paul International Airport (MSP): good facilities for business trips.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): travel agencies offer many package tours from this place.
Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX): excellent flight times and pleasant baggage handling.
Sydney Airport (SYD): several hotels in the area to stay overnight.
Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS): travel agencies offer many package tours from this place.
Dublin Airport (DUB): choose from countless airlines and destinations.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): fast baggage handling and clean terminal.
Hamad International Airport (DOH): a safe departure point for your flight.
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN): child-friendly terminals for the whole family.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): wonderfully relax on the massage chairs.
Manchester Airport (MAN): various shuttle services available for connecting transport.

Choose the best airline for a stress-free flight

You can select many airline services going to Germany (DE) by air plane. Below we discuss 10 good airlines services for a package trip to Essen.

easyJet (U2): complete package holidays with hotel and rental car.
Turkish Airlines (TK): choose from a number of unforgettable city trips.
Ryanair (FR): easy online check-in and flight management.
Scandinavian Airlines (SK): good conditions for cancellation and changes.
Vueling (VY): friendly staff and excellent customer service.
Delta Air Lines (DL): hassle-free check-in, boarding and flying to countless destinations.
KLM (KL): take advantage of cheap flights via the App or website.
Lufthansa (LH): user-friendly App with all flight times.
Transavia (HV): easily book the cheapest last minute deals.
Wizz Air (W6): collect points for free extras and flights.

Top-10 booking apps

At the moment there are more and more cheap travel agencies and ticket brokers. Below you can compare 10 popular ticket aggregators to find round-trip flight offers Essen for December 2024.

Momondo: flight bookings directly from your device, wherever you are.
Skyscanner: worldwide travel with almost all airlines in December 2024.
Expedia: for holiday homes, apartments, hotels and all-inclusive trips to Essen.
Kayak: flights, hotels, holiday homes and rental cars in one place.
Travelocity: all your travel needs are taken care of in one convenient platform.
Onetravel.com: grab low-cost deals on airline tickets.
Hopper: download the App to receive a great welcome bonus.
Orbitz: easily compare today’s ticket prices.
Booking.com: the best hotels, rental properties & attractions.
Google Flights: insights into the departure times and rates of all airlines.

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View weather forecasts Essen, Germany

In this country, you have a Temperate oceanic climate with avg. annual temperatures of about 11,2 degrees Celsius °C. A fantastic travel time is May, June, September. This is a good vacation period to visit cities in the area and do some trips. In the block below you can find out the weather forecast for the next 7 days. You can check the maximum temperatures per calendar day and you will find an icon with the expected weather image here. See also our page with tips for affordable flights to Livorno.

Weather report Sunday, December 22, 2024

Fly-drive Essen: on the road with your rental car

Fly & drive means: a package with plane ticket and rental car. Fly & Drive is practical when you are at the airport of arrival: you can immediately drive away with the car. For you as a traveler it is great that you do not have to lose time. No more stress at the car rental desks in the arrival hall. You can enjoy the whole country without a complex travel schedule. Local address: I. Hagen 7-9, 45127 Essen, Germany.

Sign papers and drive away immediately from the parking garage.
City trip: take a break in a beautiful natural environment.
Summer trip car hire: there are many tourists in the summer months.

Flight and hotel offers

Are you booking a flight with a hotel? We then speak of a package holiday. This offers nice extras such as: it’s cheaper, you book with more guarantee and there is often an employee on site. If possible, the transfer from airport Düsseldorf Airport to your selected hotel can be booked.

Always on-site support with a package holiday.
You can also book breakfast, lunch and dinner with an all-inclusive holiday.
Suitable accommodations for holiday season: Motel One Essen, Limehome Essen Kettwiger Straße, My Moyo – Managed By Ipartment, Limehome Essen Viehofer Straße, Limehome Essen Kibbelstraße.

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What is a good airport to fly to Essen?

Nearby this municipality there are flights to large and busy but also smaller German airdromes. You can think of Amsterdam (AMS), Brussels (BRU) & Antwerp (ANR). One of the bigger airports is named Frankfurt Airport. You will be in short time at your destination by choosing public transport (such as a bus, taxi or train) or an airport transfer (shuttle service). Some tips for picking the best airport for your holiday: view the expected arrival times, the number of canceled flights, the queues at passport controls, and direct-route options if you need to fly-non-stop to Essen.

Which airlines offer flights?

Essen in Germany is a fantastic German travel destination. Many of the (inter)national airlines are active here. Both with direct and indirect flights. Recognized airlines are: easyJet (U2), Turkish Airlines (TK), Ryanair (FR), Scandinavian Airlines (SK), Vueling (VY), Delta Air Lines (DL), KLM (KL), Lufthansa (LH), Transavia (HV), Wizz Air (W6). A well-known local German airline company is Lufthansa. Always consult a airfare searcher to save on costs of your tickets. Also research the rates on the online portal of the carriers.

What is the best time to book cheap flights to Essen?

Ticket prices can change daily. Flight tickets offered during the peak season (July to August) are on average less attractive. The low season – the less busy months – is a lot cheaper. Are you tied to the high season due to school holidays? It is therefore a good idea to book on time. 3 or 4 months before you leave, ticket rates are generally lower. From that moment on you usually pay more. Don’t forget: before the popular booking months begin most airlines promote early bird discounts. Early bookers are rewarded with generous discounts!

Last minute flights Essen, how do I benefit from it?

Travel agencies have an interest in selling all seats. Is the plane not yet 100% full? At that moment, the last airline tickets are offered very cheaply. That way, the aircraft can depart with optimal occupancy. Try to take advantage of this. Some tips: regularly check the homepage of your favorite airlines, set a price alarm and search for multiple destinations. It also pays to check out last minute deals from tour operators.

Can people travel here by public transport?

Flight destination Essen has a very solid public transport network. In this city you can easily travel to both large and small-scale airports. After you have visited the baggage claim, you can easily travel by bus or train to the place of destination. At the airfield there is a shuttle service that takes you to the center. Please check times and location on the app or website. Do you want to spend more, and would you rather not wait for the bus? Then call a taxi on arrival. With a all-inclusive vacation package from travel companies like Orbitz, Kayak, Travelocity, Thomas Cook, Hotwire, Expedia, transfer from and to the airport is often included.