If you’re arriving by air, you won’t have to ponder too long which airport to fly into. Wuppertal has just one – Duesseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS).

The trip between DUS and downtown Wuppertal is fairly long. You’ll need to travel 27 kilometres before you can check in to your city hotel.

People from across the globe go through DUS each day. Hop off the plane, collect your luggage and you’ll find yourself 27 kilometres from the center of Wuppertal.

There are a total of 42 airlines connecting Wuppertal to 111 airports across the world.

Lufthansa and Eurowings offer the most flights to Wuppertal. One of the most popular ways to travel there is on a Lufthansa flight from Munich.

Organizing an amazing Wuppertal vacation is a cinch when there are 1,226 direct flights each week to get you there.

Flights to Wuppertal from Munich, Antalya and London airports are the most sought after.

Where you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you’ll get to see. From Munich to Wuppertal, the average flight time is 1 hour and 11 minutes. From London it’s typically 1 hour and 17 minutes, and from Istanbul it’s 3 hours and 24 minutes.

We all know those travelers who manage to land extremely cheap fares every time they fly. Want to know how to do it for your Wuppertal vacation? Don’t wait until the very last minute to secure your flight. Another good way to nab the most competitive fare is to shop around. If your destination has a few airports, be sure to look into the cost of flying into a smaller terminal. Lastly, another easy way to save some cash is be ready to book at a moment’s notice. If you spot a fantastic deal, don’t hesitate — snap it up while you can.

If you’re not prepared, airports and flying can be testing. But there’s no need to hit the panic button just yet. Follow these tips and tricks and enjoy a hassle-free start to your vacation in Wuppertal.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Firstly, and most importantly, pack in your passport, travel documents, credit cards and daily medications. Next, you’ll need some in-flight entertainment to help pass the time. A thrilling novel and a tablet crammed with your favorite movies are good options. If you intend to catch a few z’s, a comfy neck pillow and some earplugs will also come in handy. Finally, find room for a few toiletry items so you’ll step off the plane feeling fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don’t have a Swiss Army knife lurking in the bottom of your hand luggage. Other prohibited items include explosive or flammable substances, like aerosols and matches, and liquids and gels in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• The goal here is to make yourself as comfortable as you can. Layer up with loose, natural fibers and take a sweater in case it gets chilly in the cabin. Go for a pair of flat, slightly roomy shoes as your feet may swell a little during the flight. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your checked luggage.
• Unfortunately, one risk of flying long distances is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by lengthy periods of inactivity. To prevent this, make the most of every opportunity to walk around and give your legs a stretch. Compression socks and tights are another easy way to help reduce this risk.

It’s all about being prepared. We’ve rounded up some tips and tricks for a fuss-free trip through security. Watch out Wuppertal, here you come:

• Security personnel first need to make sure that you have a valid passport and travel documents before you can proceed any further. Have them ready for inspection.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other items in your pocket, like coins, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as your turn draws near.
• For just a few moments, you’ll have to unplug from technology. Your phone, laptop and any other electronics must also go through the scanner.
• Any gels or liquids, such as hair oil or hand cream, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• Choosing your footwear wisely can save you a few precious minutes. Boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Lightweight sneakers usually aren’t.
• Sharp or pointed items are not allowed in the cabin. They’ll be seized at security, so pack them in your checked suitcase.