Düsseldorf Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 47m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Düsseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf Airport, known as Düsseldorf International Airport until March 2013, is an international airport serving Düsseldorf, the capital of the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia, and the Rhine-Ruhr area, the largest metropolitan region in Germany. It is about 7 kilometres north of downtown Düsseldorf and some 30 kilometres southwest of Essen and about 15 kilometres south of Duisburg in the Rhine-Ruhr area, Germany's largest metropolitan area.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EDDLNOTAMs
EDDLReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05R / 23L▸ displaced | 9,842 ft / 3,000 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 05L / 23R▸ displaced | 8,858 ft / 2,700 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | LANGEN RADAR | 128.550 MHz |
| AFIS | Langen Information | 129.875 MHz |
| APP | DIR | 128.650 MHz |
| ATIS | Duesseldorf ATIS | 123.780 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.775 MHz |
| DELIVERY | Duesseldorf Delivery | 121.780 MHz |
| GND | Duesseldorf Ground / Rollkontrolle | 121.905 MHz |
| MISC | DE ICING | 135.225 MHz |
| TWR | Duesseldorf Tower / Turm | 118.305 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUESSELDORF | Class C | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL100 |
| DUESSELDORF/KOELN-BONN | Class C | TMA | FL065 | FL100 |
| DUESSELDORF | Class C | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL100 |
| DUESSELDORF | Class C | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL100 |
| DUESSELDORF | Class C | TMA | FL085 | FL100 |
| CTR DUESSELDORF | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| DUESSELDORF | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| EDGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SSE (from about 157.5°), on 15% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 48% | -1,193 ft | |
| Feb | 68% | -986 ft | |
| Mar | 79% | -718 ft | |
| Apr | 86% | -392 ft | |
| May | 87% | 30 ft | |
| Jun | 90% | 566 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 647 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 692 ft | |
| Sep | 87% | 246 ft | |
| Oct | 78% | -125 ft | |
| Nov | 64% | -741 ft | |
| Dec | 53% | -957 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,193–692 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOVEMBER | 7.1 nm | 354° | Compulsory |
| MIKE | 8.6 nm | 273° | Compulsory |
| ECHO | 8.8 nm | 132° | Compulsory |
| SIERRA | 8.9 nm | 173° | Compulsory |
| KILO2 | 11.4 nm | 282° | Compulsory |
| GOLF | 12.6 nm | 231° | Compulsory |
| KILO1 | 12.6 nm | 292° | Compulsory |
| WHISKEY | 15.4 nm | 252° | Compulsory |
| ROMEO | 15.7 nm | 236° | Compulsory |
| KILO1 | 18.2 nm | 165° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rheinturm | 587 ft | 115 ft | — |
| Fernmeldeturm Mülheim-Speldorf | 518 ft | 292 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 495 ft | 180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 121 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 459 ft | 545 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 453 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 427 ft | 92 ft | — |
| WestenergieTurm | 417 ft | 285 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Düsseldorf Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Düsseldorf Airport?
The ICAO code for Düsseldorf Airport is EDDL, and its IATA code is DUS.
Where is Düsseldorf Airport located?
Düsseldorf Airport is large airport located in Düsseldorf, Germany, at an elevation of 147 ft (45 m).
How many runways does Düsseldorf Airport have?
Düsseldorf Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,842 ft / 3,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Düsseldorf Airport?
Airlines historically serving Düsseldorf Airport include Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Baltic, Air Berlin, Air China, among 57 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Düsseldorf Airport?
Historical data lists 146 nonstop destinations from Düsseldorf Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Düsseldorf Airport in?
Düsseldorf Airport is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Düsseldorf Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Düsseldorf Airport is approximately 3.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Düsseldorf Airport?
The nearest airport to Düsseldorf Airport is Düsseldorf-Wolfsaap Glider Field (DE-0178), about 3.6 nm to the ese, followed by Meiersberg Airfield and Krefeld-Egelsberg Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Düsseldorf Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.