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Find cheap flights to Essen in 2026/2027 from $2,233 This is the cheapest return flight found to Essen from New Zealand on FlightsFinder on October 27th 2026 at 06:52. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Our Flight Finder compares the cheapest flights to Essen from the most established flight comparison sites.
Fly to Essen and visit sites like UNESCO-Welterbe Zollverein, Villa Hügel, Museum Folkwang & Botanischer Garten Grugapark.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from New Zealand to Essen in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
No flights found for this month.
These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from New Zealand to Essen in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
According to our data, February is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Essen.
You can get flights from $2,233 return.
According to our data, January is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Essen.
A return flight could set you back more than $11,203.
Nestled in the heart of the Ruhr region in Germany, Essen is a vibrant city known for its rich industrial history and cultural heritage. Once a powerhouse of coal and steel production, Essen has transformed into a dynamic metropolis with a thriving arts scene, world-class museums, and green spaces. Visitors can explore the iconic Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, or experience the city's culinary delights at its diverse range of restaurants. Whether you're interested in history, art, or simply enjoying the laid-back atmosphere, Essen offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity waiting to be discovered.
A good price for a flight to Dusseldorf is $2010 - $2456.
The popular airports near the city of Essen are Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), and Dortmund Airport (DTM).
The flight to Essen (DUS) is roughly 25 hours 35 minutes and 11,289 miles (18,167 kilometres) from Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL).
The best way is to compare flights to Essen from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
We have currently found no direct flights to Essen.
Here is the average weather forecast in Essen by month:
• Jan: 5°C
• Feb: 6°C
• Mar: 9°C
• Apr: 13°C
• May: 18°C
• Jun: 20°C
• Jul: 22°C
• Aug: 22°C
• Sep: 18°C
• Oct: 14°C
• Nov: 8°C
• Dec: 6°C
For Essen, FlightsFinder compares flights using Düsseldorf Airport (DUS). The airport is approximately 16 miles (26 km) from Essen in a straight line; the actual transfer route can be longer. Arrange onward ground transport separately and compare the total journey cost.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Essen 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Essen are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
10.3 °C
Mon, 2 Nov 2026
Average Temperature
5°C
Jan
6°C
Feb
9°C
Mar
13°C
Apr
18°C
May
20°C
Jun
22°C
Jul
22°C
Aug
18°C
Sep
14°C
Oct
8°C
Nov
6°C
Dec
Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,289 miles (18,167 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 35 minutes)
Christchurch, New Zealand - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,583 miles (18,641 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 14 minutes)
Wellington, New Zealand - Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,545 miles (18,580 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 9 minutes)
Queenstown, New Zealand - Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,503 miles (18,513 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 3 minutes)
Dunedin, New Zealand - Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,597 miles (18,663 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 16 minutes)
Taupo, New Zealand - Taupo Airport (TUO) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,427 miles (18,390 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 53 minutes)
Gisborne, New Zealand - Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,466 miles (18,453 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 58 minutes)
Hokitika, New Zealand - Hokitika Airport (HKK) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,489 miles (18,490 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 1 minute)
Hamilton, New Zealand - Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,355 miles (18,274 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 43 minutes)
Kerikeri, New Zealand - 12 miles from Kaikohe - Bay of Islands Airport (KKE) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,159 miles (17,958 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 17 minutes)
Kaitaia, New Zealand - Kaitaia Airport (KAT) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,131 miles (17,914 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 14 minutes)
New Plymouth, New Zealand - New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,393 miles (18,335 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 49 minutes)
Napier-Hastings, New Zealand - Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,491 miles (18,493 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 2 minutes)
Nelson, New Zealand - Nelson Airport (NSN) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,494 miles (18,498 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 2 minutes)
Invercargill, New Zealand - Invercargill Airport (IVC) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,536 miles (18,565 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 8 minutes)
Palmerston North, New Zealand - Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,510 miles (18,524 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 4 minutes)
Rotorua, New Zealand - Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,394 miles (18,337 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 49 minutes)
Tauranga, New Zealand - Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,364 miles (18,288 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 45 minutes)
Timaru, New Zealand - Richard Pearse Airport (TIU) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,572 miles (18,623 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 12 minutes)
Blenheim, New Zealand - Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,527 miles (18,550 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 26 hours 6 minutes)
Whakatane, New Zealand - Whakatāne Airport (WHK) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,396 miles (18,340 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 49 minutes)
Whangarei, New Zealand - Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,201 miles (18,027 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 23 minutes)
Westport, New Zealand - Westport Airport (WSZ) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
11,462 miles (18,446 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 25 hours 58 minutes)
From Auckland (AKL), New Zealand to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): $2,233
Depart: 10 Feb 2027 · Return: 05 Mar 2027 Price found 27 Oct 2026, 06:52
From Christchurch (CHC), New Zealand to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): $2,684
Depart: 17 May 2027 · Return: 29 Jun 2027 Price found 29 Oct 2026, 01:47
From Wellington (WLG), New Zealand to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): $2,801
Depart: 09 Mar 2027 · Return: 23 Mar 2027 Price found 26 Oct 2026, 13:50
From Queenstown (ZQN), New Zealand to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): $2,804
Depart: 03 May 2027 · Return: 24 May 2027 Price found 02 Nov 2026, 08:23
From Dunedin (DUD), New Zealand to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): $3,805
Depart: 31 Jul 2027 · Return: 30 Sep 2027 Price found 26 Oct 2026, 21:39
From Nelson (NSN), New Zealand to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): $5,926
Depart: 15 Nov 2026 · Return: 19 Nov 2026 Price found 29 Oct 2026, 21:55
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