Check-in times
- The check-in counters open early in the morning at 3:30 am. Exception: Eurowings, Condor and Tuifly flights on buy weekends (see table).
- The start of check-in depends on the airline, the departure time and the destination. Please check the time with your airline or tour operator.
- Generally, the airlines open check-in three hours before departure at the earliest.
Eurowings, Condor and Tuifly early check-in at weekends
For early flights up to 7:00 a.m., Eurowings and Condor open check-in on busy weekends at 3:00 a.m. (see table). The opening of the security checkpoints will be coordinated with the check-in times on these days.
Eurowings, Condor and Tuifly | |
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up to 12.10.2025 (Sat and Sun) | Sat and Sun: Check-in from 3:00 a.m. |
All other weekends and Mondays to Fridays in general |
Check-in from 3:30 a.m. |
Mondays to Fridays in general
Self bag drop
These airlines offer self bag drop at Düsseldorf Airport: Aegean Airlines, Air France, Austrian, Condor, Eurowings, KLM, Lufthansa, SAS, Swiss. There are several self-service areas in the terminal. You will find the right area for your flight by our airline information and monitor displays in the check-in hall.
Checking in your own luggage: it's that easy
Check in for your flight online!
Step 1: Print your baggage tag
Step 2: Drop-off your baggage
Proceed to the drop-off area, place your baggage on the belt and follow the instructions on the screen.
Please check in bulky or extra baggage at the bulky baggage counter or airline counter.
Any questions about check-in?
Some airlines offer late night check-in between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on the evening before. Check with your airline if you can use this service.
Each passenger has to be present for Late Night Check-in due to official security regulations. This does not apply to families and married couples. In this case it is sufficient for one family member to check-in for the other passengers. You need the complete travel documents of all passengers, such as tickets and passports (where necessary with visas), as well as the baggage of all passengers.
Please notice:
- Passengers are requested to remain in the terminal for approximately 15 minutes after check-in until their suitcases have completed the multi-stage baggage checks.
- Depending on your airline, Late Night Check-in may be subject to charges. Please consult your travel agent or airline in advance.
- Check with your airline or tour operator how long before departure you should be at the airport on the day of travel.