Discover Dusseldorf airport on Your Own Terms: Car Rental Guide and Tips
Dusseldorf Airport is an international aviation hub that serves flights to one hundred and seventy-five destinations. It also provides reception and departure of long-haul flights of airlines Lufthansa. The airport consists of three terminals, which are connected by a common hall called "Arcaden Airport".
More about the terminals:
Terminal A serves passengers of Lufthansa and Star Alliance airlines.
Terminal B. Serves passengers of European countries that are united by the Schengen Union, and also operates domestic flights.
Terminal C receives and sends flights to countries that do not belong to the Schengen area.
All these three terminals: A, B, C are located under one roof. They move between them either on foot or on a suspended single-rail road, which is called Sky Train. The train starts running at 4 am, and its last flight departs at 00:45. At night, a bus operates instead of a train.
Düsseldorf airport infrastructure is rich, it includes:
Car parking
More than forty restaurants and cafes
Two railway stations.
Health center.
Currency exchange offices
Car rental counters
Post office
About 70 shops
Internet terminals
Information desks
Tax Free counters.
Absolutely free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport. If you still have to wait for your flight, right at the airport you can go on a tour of its territory, as well as climb the observation terrace, which is located on the upper level of terminal B.
But if you have a lot of time between flight and, you should spend it on exploring the city of Düsseldorf itself. After all, in this city you will find a lot of interesting things.
Airport coordinates: Latitude (51.29), Longitude (6.77)
Address: 7 kilometers (4 mi) north of downtown Düsseldorf, and some 20 kilometers (12 mi) south- west of Essen in the Rhine-Ruhr area
How to get to the city center from Düsseldorf International Airport
There are several ways to get from Düsseldorf Airport to the city center:
Bus
You can travel to the city center from the airport at one of two stops.
The first one is located opposite the arrivals hall.
You can choose one of three buses:
Bus number 721 - runs from the airport to the Central Station;
Bus number 760 - departs from the same stop and goes to Düsseldorf-Wittar, bokkum and Ratingen.
Bus number 896 - goes from the airport to Dusseldorf Messe.
The second bus stop is near the train station. To get to it, you will need to take the Sky Train. You can purchase a ticket for any of the buses at the airport information desk or personally from the driver.
The cost of the trip will cost you 3 Euros.
By train
From the international airport located in Düsseldorf The city center can be reached by S-Bahn. To do this, you need to go down to the underground station, which is located under terminal C and find the S-11 line. Trains go directly to the central station, which is called - Dusseldorf Hauptbahnhof. You can buy a ticket at the station machine. The ticket will be valid for 90 minutes. On it you can transfer to the city by bus or tram.
The ticket price is 2.90 Euro for one adult and 1.70 Euro for a child under 14 years old.
This type of transport runs frequently. Approximately every 20 minutes. Starting from 4:15 am until 0:00. On Friday and Saturday, the working hours of the trains increase and the last flight leaves at 2:30 am. The trip to the Central Station takes about 20 minutes.
Train
Dusseldorf Airport Station, serving more than 300 trains every day, is 3 kilometers from Terminal C.
To get to the station, you need to take the Sky Train monorail train.
The travel time will be about 15-20 minutes.
The current ticket price must be checked on the DB website.
Taxi
A more comfortable way to get around is a taxi. On it you can get to the city center or anywhere in the vicinity of Düsseldorf at any time of the day.
Rent a car
You can rent a car immediately upon arrival at exit from the terminal or pre-book it via the Internet. Most major international companies have their offices at Düsseldorf Airport: Avis, Hertz, Thrifty, Dollar.
Transfer
You can pre-book a transfer and a driver with a name plate will be waiting for you at the airport. He will accompany you and take you to your destination.
Renting a car and how to find a car rental desk at Düsseldorf Airport
Major car rental organizations have offices right at the airport. To find the companies' counters, you will need to follow the signs that say "Car Rental". Directly upon arrival, the manager will help you choose a car and sign a contract with you.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Interrent
Most popular car class
Standard
Average price
31 € / Day
Best price
22 € / Day
Monthly price chart: Average price per week of rent
January
€116
February
€103
March
€101
April
€125
May
€145
June
€154
July
€141
August
€150
September
€126
October
€122
November
€94
December
€146
* Data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
The best month to rent a car in Dusseldorf airport is November. There are fewer tourists and a lot of available cars. You can book a compact class model at a price from €18. This is 31% cheaper than the average during the year.
The best time to rent a car in Dusseldorf airport is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €18, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.
In the summer, you should be prepared for an increase in the cost of rent. Price growth can be about 30-50% with a simultaneous reduction in the range of available offers. For example, the average price during July for Skoda Superb starts from €34per day.
Most popular car models in Dusseldorf airport
Fiat 500
Fiat 500
4x
2x
€13 / Day
Citroen C1
Citroen C1
4x
2x
€14 / Day
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
4x
2x
€18 / Day
Ford Focus
Ford Focus
5x
3x
€23 / Day
Opel Astra Estate
Opel Astra Estate
5x
4x
€28 / Day
Audi A4
Audi A4
5x
3x
€32 / Day
BMW X1
BMW X1
4x
3x
€33 / Day
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
5x
4x
€33 / Day
Mercedes C Class
Mercedes C Class
5x
3x
€43 / Day
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
4x
3x
€45 / Day
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
8x
4x
€55 / Day
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
4x
2x
€65 / Day
Audi A6
Audi A6
5x
3x
€70 / Day
Audi A5 Cabrio
Audi A5 Cabrio
4x
3x
€75 / Day
Mercedes Vito
Mercedes Vito
9x
4x
€80 / Day
Other car rental locations close to Dusseldorf airport
Average prices for 1 day rental for different car classes:
4x
2x
A/C
3x
Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
4x
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
5x
3x
A/C
4x
Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
5x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
5x
BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
4x
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
8x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
2x
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day
Bookingautos offers a wide range of cars of any class. In Dusseldorf airport you can rent a convertible, SUV, sedan, minivan, as well as a business class car. Our rental fleet consists of new cars manufactured in 2024 year.
In Dusseldorf airport budget cars like Opel Astra or Fiat Panda can be booked for €48-€50 per day. This is provided that the contract is concluded on the spot. If you choose the same cars in advance on our website, you will save. Cars with a class: Skoda Superb, VW Tiguan, Opel Insignia Estate - will cost an average of €48 per day. You can also find minivans, luxury cars, business class cars and electric cars. Rental costs from €50 up to several hundred euros per day.
Recently, in Dusseldorf airport has seen a rise in demand for electric car rentals. They do not pollute nature and save money. The city has free parking and cheap charging stations. To rent an electric car in Dusseldorf airport, select the appropriate filter in the car search and fill in the dates you need. The best option could be Mercedes EQC.
Documents needed to rent a car
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
10 Key Tips for a Smooth Car Rental Experience
Download Google maps offline
Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.
Book a car in advance
Dusseldorf airport is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.
It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.
Which car to choose
The compact model is relevant for city trips in Dusseldorf airport. It can be Fiat Panda or Opel Astra. Mountain routes require a more powerful four-wheel drive vehicle - Opel Insignia Estate or similar model. You can order an SUV for just €34 per day;
What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance recommendations
When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.
What types of insurance are available for car rental?
Third Party Liability (TPL). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Fuel Policy
When renting a car, you should pay attention to the fuel policy of rental companies. Often, when renting, tourists have to pay the cost of a full tank of fuel. This option is suitable for long-term rentals and long trips. But if you're only renting Dusseldorf airport for a day or two, or if you're only planning short trips, such as to a small island, then you probably won't need a full tank. You can get acquainted with the fuel policy in the "Important information" section of the car you have chosen.
Mileage without limits
Before renting a car, you should check with the rental company if there is a limit on the daily mileage for a car. Typically, tourists use a rental car to travel not only around the city, but also to travel to neighboring cities and even countries. If such a restriction exists, it is recommended to choose a rental option where there is no limit. In this case, the total cost of mileage will be lower, since you will not have to pay extra for exceeding the mileage. On our site, in the search results, check the filter "Unlimited mileage" to see the offers you need.
Compare conditions of different rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Dusseldorf airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
How to choose a rental company
It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.
Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Dusseldorf airport are EUROPCAR with an average rating of 9.9 points and SIXT (rating - 9).
Getting a car at a rental office
Getting a rented car in Dusseldorf airport is as follows: You show the manager a voucher, as well as the necessary documents - a passport and an international driver's license. The manager draws up a lease agreement, after which the agreed amount of the security deposit will be blocked on your bank card. Before receiving the car, it is necessary to inspect it, fix the existing damage and inform the manager about them.
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