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Find cheap flights to Essen in 2026/2027 from R11,105 This is the cheapest return flight found to Essen from South Africa on FlightsFinder on November 2nd 2026 at 12:52. 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 South Africa to Essen in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from South Africa to Essen in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
According to our data, November is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Essen.
You can get flights from R11,105 return.
According to our data, October is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Essen.
A return flight could set you back more than R60,059.
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 R9995 - R12216.
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 12 hours 44 minutes and 5,507 miles (8,863 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - Pretoria - O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
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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
Johannesburg, South Africa - Pretoria - O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,507 miles (8,863 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 44 minutes)
Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,934 miles (9,550 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 41 minutes)
Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,783 miles (9,307 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 21 minutes)
George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,969 miles (9,607 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 45 minutes)
Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,489 miles (8,834 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 41 minutes)
Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
6,002 miles (9,660 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 50 minutes)
Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,680 miles (9,141 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 7 minutes)
East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,965 miles (9,600 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 45 minutes)
Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,432 miles (8,742 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 34 minutes)
Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,641 miles (9,079 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 2 minutes)
Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,501 miles (8,853 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 43 minutes)
Margate, South Africa - Margate Airport (MGH) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,854 miles (9,422 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 30 minutes)
Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,405 miles (8,699 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 30 minutes)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,774 miles (9,293 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 19 minutes)
Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,372 miles (8,645 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 26 minutes)
Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,741 miles (9,238 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 15 minutes)
Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,576 miles (8,974 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 53 minutes)
Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Essen (DUS)
Distance:
5,877 miles (9,457 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 33 minutes)
From Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): R11,105
Depart: 08 Nov 2026 · Return: 22 Nov 2026 Price found 02 Nov 2026, 12:52
From Cape Town (CPT), South Africa to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): R12,105
Depart: 22 Nov 2026 · Return: 27 Nov 2026 Price found 02 Nov 2026, 12:53
From Port Elizabeth (PLZ), South Africa to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): R14,549
Depart: 17 Nov 2026 · Return: 21 Nov 2026 Price found 01 Nov 2026, 08:25
From Durban (DUR), South Africa to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): R14,737
Depart: 30 Jan 2027 · Return: 03 Feb 2027 Price found 29 Oct 2026, 11:46
From George (GRJ), South Africa to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): R15,926
Depart: 25 Dec 2026 · Return: 15 Jan 2027 Price found 02 Nov 2026, 07:35
From Hoedspruit (HDS), South Africa to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): R17,347
Depart: 17 Nov 2026 · Return: 21 Nov 2026 Price found 01 Nov 2026, 08:12
From Pietermaritzburg (PZB), South Africa to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): R20,717
Depart: 24 Nov 2026 · Return: 15 Dec 2026 Price found 01 Nov 2026, 08:53
From Upington (UTN), South Africa to Dusseldorf, Germany (DUS): R21,441
Depart: 29 Jan 2027 · Return: 21 Feb 2027 Price found 02 Nov 2026, 13:10
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