Runways
2 RWY, 3000m/9842ft 2 Runways, longest: 3000m/9842ft (paved)
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Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
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↓ 1 kt
→L 4 kt
Wind
150° · 4 kt
Temperature
14°C
Dew point
6°C
Visibility
CAVOK
QNH
1019 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
2-Hour Trend
No significant change expected
METAR: 38 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 23 | →L 4 kt | 1 kt ↑ |
| 05 | ←R 4 kt | 1 kt ↓ |
18:00Z → Tomorrow 06:00Z
VFR
[17004KT 9999 NSW NSC]
170° 4 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
Tomorrow 02:00Z → Tomorrow 05:00Z
VFR
[PROB30 TEMPO SHRA BKN030]
Probability (PROB) 30 Temporary (TEMPO)
Showers Rain (SHRA) · Broken (BKN) 3000ft TCU
Thunderstorm activity expected or reported.
CB
Tomorrow 06:00Z → Tomorrow 15:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 25006KT 9999 NSW NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
250° 6 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
Tomorrow 15:00Z → Fri 00:00Z
VFR
[BECMG VRB03KT 9999 NSW NSC]
Becoming (BECMG)
Variable (VRB) 3 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · No significant clouds (NSC)
METAR EDDL 151920Z AUTO 15004KT 130V190 CAVOK 14/06 Q1019 NOSIG TAF EDDL 151700Z 1518/1624 17004KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 1602/1605 SHRA BKN030TCU BECMG 1606/1609 25006KT BECMG 1615/1617 VRB03KT
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Pilot Comments for EDDL
Robbie
Very busy airport - you'll be expected to fly as fast as you can inbound. I negotiated that I'd do so if given a CDA onto the ILS, this helps massively. Border Police on arrival along with customs, however sometimes they are at Gate 1, you'll be driven by JetAviation to do so. Uber is half the price into the city center, as I found out on the return journey. On departure, you'll go through security, no issues really, and went to and from the airplane multiple times. Make sure you have both your license and passport as this is checked. Also, you need a noise certificate - don't forget this.
Parked 2 nights at a cost of EUR47.60
MIC Charge from JetAviation was EUR24.99
The landing fee was EUR11.90
Noise fees were waived on departure.
NOX fees EUR1.78 arrival and EUR1.78 on departure.
Grand total including VAT was EUR99.95
It's very pricy but the fact you get to fly into a busy international airport and a very buzzing town with great beer, food, and nightlife is worth it.
Was offered a VFR departure as I missed my CTOT, but declined on the basis I filed IFR and didn't want their problem to be mine in the air trying to negotiate an IFR whilst airborne. This meant a 20-minute taxi out from OBT to TOT. Lesson learned, don't miss your CTOT.
AirfieldBot
Düsseldorf (EDDL) is accessible to non-commercial general aviation under both VFR and IFR. IFR flights require an airport slot, which can be obtained by phone from AIS-C or the airport coordinator; VFR flights generally do not require slots except for non-EU/Schengen arrivals, where prior notice is needed. Handling is not mandatory for GA, but the GA terminal (GAT) is operated by Jet Aviation and all arrivals use this facility. ATC and ground staff are consistently described as professional and helpful, with efficient procedures even during busy periods. Expect long taxi distances and occasional vectoring for sequencing; high-speed approaches may be requested.
Fees are high and complex, with multiple components: landing, starting, noise (for both arrival and departure), mandatory infrastructure charges, and a notable charge for "safety cones" on the GA apron. For short VFR stays with own approved cones, total fees can be about €110–€160; without own cones or for longer stays, fees typically range from about €160 to over €200 for a day or overnight. Example: one day VFR parking with own cones about €110; without own cones about €160; overnight with own cones about €110; overnight without own cones about €180. For IFR or higher-noise aircraft, total costs can exceed €250–€400 per night due to additional noise surcharges and handling if required. Parking is typically about €20 per day when itemized separately. Bringing your own approved safety cones can reduce fees significantly if accepted by staff.
The GAT offers a comfortable lounge with free drinks and snacks for pilots in most cases. Facilities include briefing rooms and short walking distances from parking to the terminal (typically 5–10 minutes). The city center is easily reached via U-Bahn line U79 from Lohausen station, which is 5–10 minutes on foot from the GAT; direct connections to the city are available without transfers.
Ground surfaces on the GA apron are uneven in places due to paving stones with deep joints and sharp edges—taxi slowly to avoid tire damage. Wearing a high-visibility vest is mandatory when walking on the apron. Fuel is available but expensive; payment by Shell carnet is accepted.
Customs and immigration are available on site; border police may check documents on arrival. For non-EU/Schengen flights, prior notice is required.
Düsseldorf offers professional service and excellent city access but at a high cost for general aviation, especially for short visits or higher-noise aircraft. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM. Contact Jet Aviation at +49 211 421 7062 for GAT arrangements or fee details.