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Cheapest round-trip
$764
Typical prices: $907-$1,359
Lufthansa
Sat 1/20Sun 2/4
LAX - DRS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$302
Typical prices: $531-$817
Air Canada
Fri 1/12
LAX - DRS • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights to Dresden

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Dresden

Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 4
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5:30 pm - 7:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DRS Dresden Arpt
17h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:10 am - 3:15 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-LAX Los Angeles
18h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$764Lufthansa
Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 4
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12:00 pm - 2:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DRS Dresden Arpt
17h 15m2 stops Newark Zurich
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 3:15 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-LAX Los Angeles
18h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$774Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 4
Lufthansa Logo
5:30 pm - 7:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DRS Dresden Arpt
17h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:10 am - 1:05 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-LAX Los Angeles
15h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$780Lufthansa
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 24
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10:00 pm - 7:05 pmEWR  Newark-DRS Dresden Arpt
15h 05m1 stop Zurich
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3:05 pm - 8:30 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-EWR Newark
11h 25m1 stop Zurich
$781SWISS
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 24
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10:00 pm - 7:05 pmEWR  Newark-DRS Dresden Arpt
15h 05m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
3:05 pm - 8:30 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-EWR Newark
11h 25m1 stop Zurich
$782SWISS
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
Lufthansa Logo
6:00 pm - 10:20 amEWR  Newark-DRS Dresden Arpt
10h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
11:00 am - 7:05 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-EWR Newark
14h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$805Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3
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4:25 pm - 10:10 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt
23h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 am - 2:05 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
13h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$807Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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3:00 pm - 6:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-DRS Dresden Arpt
18h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 am - 3:15 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-LAX Los Angeles
18h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$810Lufthansa
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
Lufthansa Logo
3:55 pm - 10:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt
12h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 am - 3:40 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$811Lufthansa
Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 21
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3:55 pm - 6:15 pmDEN  Denver Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt
18h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 am - 1:40 pmDRS  Dresden Arpt-DEN Denver Intl
15h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$812United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for flights to Dresden

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What is the cheapest flight to Dresden?

Los Angeles to Dresden is the cheapest route at $764 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Newark Airport to Dresden is the most popular connection with round-trip deals from $781.

How much is a flight to Dresden?

On average, a round-trip flight from the United States to Dresden costs $1,110, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Round-trip fares from Los Angeles average $730, while Boston runs a bit higher at $850.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Dresden?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Dresden at $1,021 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,218.

What’s the cheapest month to fly to Dresden?

•January is the cheapest month to fly to Dresden with an average price of $787 round-trip.
•May ($1,360) and July ($1,296) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Dresden?

Evening flights to Dresden are the cheapest at $1,026 round-trip on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at $1,230.

What is a good deal for flights to Dresden?

Flights under $907 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Dresden at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Los Angeles $646
•Boston $799
•Detroit $852.

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Expert advice for your flight to Dresden

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for flights to Dresden

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$302
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Dresden

When to book flights to Dresden

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Dresden based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Dresden, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Dresden is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Dresden is around $907 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How far is Dresden Arpt from downtown Dresden?

    Dresden Arpt is 5.7 mi from downtown Dresden.

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Dresden?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Dresden are from New York, starting at $781 round-trip.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Dresden?

    SWISS operates the most flights from the United States to Dresden at 0 per week, while Lufthansa is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Dresden. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Which lounges can I visit at Dresden Airport?

    Dresden Airport has different lounges that you can visit. A 24-hour operational complimentary lounge, Käppler Lounge, is close to the airport gates. If you are flying Lufthansa Airlines, the Lufthansa Business Lounge, in the main terminal past security control gate 12 available for First and Business class travelers flying the airline. If you are a business traveler flying into DRS, you can visit the VIP Airport Lounge offering a 20-person capacity limit in the General Aviation Terminal, payable at the door. You can also go to the Airport Lounge Dresden, located at Airside is accessible by paying a fixed rate valid for 3 hours at the door.

  • Does Dresden Airport offer family services?

    Yes. When flying into DRS with family, there are plenty of services and products that you can enjoy at the airport. If you have an infant, you can attend to the needs like breastfeeding and changing diapers at the baby care rooms located both airside and landside of arrivals and departures areas. If you need a baby stroller, you can get one at the oversize baggage counter or the check-in counter free of charge. You can also have your kids play various games at the Children’s Play Area airside in terminal B.

  • What business services does Dresden Airport offer?

    Business travelers can enjoy a couple of amenities at the airport. Conference rooms are available at the airport, strategically located to overlook the runway. If you require postal services, you can access the mailboxes at the main entrance and gate 14. You can also hold a meeting or conference in the VIP Airport Lounge, designated for business travelers and with services ideal for events and conferences.

  • What ground transportation can I use from Dresden Airport to the city center?

    There are various transit options from Dresden Airport. You can take the train to Dresden Airport Station on the lower ground floor. The S-Bahn line S2 links the two biggest railway stations in Dresden. The double-decker trains available at the station offer transit to the central station and Dresden Neustadt from the airport. You can also take Bus 77, providing transit to Infineon Factory with Tram 7 connections, or Bus 80, offering transit to significant parts of Dresden. Metered taxis are available near the airport’s terminal entrances and exits.

Your guide to booking Dresden flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to Dresden, a good round-trip fare is around $907. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Dresden in January. Round-trip fares historically average $787, making January the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to $204 per round-trip. Afternoon flights to Dresden average $1,026 compared to $1,230 for noon flights.
  • Once you arrive in Dresden, a few great places to start are Albertinum, Semperoper and Altmarkt. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • Dresden Airport (DRS) is the primary international airport serving Dresden and is about 5.59 miles from the city center. DRS has a single modern and spacious terminal handling flights to European destinations and conference services.
  • When landing at Dresden Airport, you can find a nearby hotel to book your accommodation. One of the ideal closest hotels to the airport is Dormero Hotel Dresden Airport, approximately 1.18 miles away.
  • If you need to charge your devices after a long flight, you can access the charging stations inside the Dresden Lounge Airside in the main terminal.
  • Long flights can be tiring, and a massage could come in handy once you arrive at DRS. Dresden airport has massage chairs available in the Quiet Zone located airside in the Departures Area.
  • If you want to use a rental car to move across Dresden, you can access the Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Interrent, or Sixt rental agencies in the Arrivals Hall for rental services.

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