Cheap flights to Cologne from £992
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Flights to Cologne in 2024
Find the latest flights to Cologne in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,181 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Cheap flights to Cologne in April & May 2024
Discover affordable flights and deals to Cologne in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,181 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Cologne in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Cologne 2024 flight deals
Explore flight deals for Cologne in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,181 searches and data were last updated on 25 April 2024.
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One-way flights to Cologne
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Average price of flights to Cologne by month
Plan your trip to Cologne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Cologne is currently £1,564 while a return flight costs £1,413. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Cologne (average of £88). Flying to Cologne in December will prove the most costly (average of £157). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
January
£80
February
£88
March
£71
April
£120
May
£95
June
£92
July
£107
August
£96
September
£99
October
£96
November
£103
December
£126
Temperature and rainfall in Cologne by month
Plan your trip to Cologne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.
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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cologne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).
When is the best time to book a flight to Cologne?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Cologne. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Cologne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Cologne?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Cologne. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cologne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cologne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cologne. Reviews last updated 25 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Cologne, see what other customers have to say about Eurowings, SWISS and Austrian Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.
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45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.
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45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.
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45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.
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45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.
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45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.
When to book a cheap flight to Cologne
The city’s seasonal temperature makes a holiday in Cologne a diverse and unique experience no matter when you book flights to Cologne. If you visit between December and February, you’ll experience chilly temperatures, whereas, June, July and August are the hottest months, with a typical rainy spell in June. The shoulder seasons (spring and autumn) usually stay mild and temperate, with less showers or extreme hot or cold temperatures, a great time to pick up cheap flights to Cologne and accommodation.
The warmer months between May and August are the most convenient times to really enjoy being outside in the city and a great time to book flights to Cologne. The sun will be shining, days are long, and rainfall levels are at a minimum, making it easy to explore the city on foot. Be careful to choose dates on the bookends of this season though, because rainfall becomes more frequent in the middle.
If you plan of visiting Cologne during one of its hottest months, July, be sure not to miss Kölner Lichter, which transforms the city into a magnificent sea of colours through Germany’s biggest high-altitude fireworks display. Thousands of visitors come to watch this spectacular show, whether from the banks of the river Rhine or on board one of the many river cruises where you can also enjoy some delicious food.
Winter is known as Cologne’s quieter season due to the cold temperatures and increased rainfall, it is therefore easier to find cheap flights to Cologne and deals on accommodation during this period. Be sure to pack warm clothing and an umbrella if you travel at this time. Bear in mind that there is a couple of exceptions to this quieter season, including Christmas, New Year and Carnival. Carnival takes place in February, with a number of events, including Women’s Carnival Day, Rose Monday and Ash Wednesday. The streets come alive during this colourful event, with parades, fancy dress gatherings, masked balls, performances and much more.
City overview
As soon as you step off your flight to Cologne, you’ll have no choice but to be absolutely absorbed in the rich history and the beautiful architecture that lines the city’s streets. Around every corner is another colour or majestic, towering establishment, and across the street is usually its counterpart – equally beautiful and just as intriguing.
There is no shortage of diversity here. Ancient Roman walls, post-war buildings, and medieval churches complete the perfect cityscape in Germany’s fourth-largest city. Once you’re done seeing the sights and absorbing the classic air of German history, head to one of the beer halls, which are said to rival those in Bavaria. Whether you’re looking for art, sports, nightlife, beer, or authentic cuisine, you’ll find all of it here.
Getting around Cologne
Buses and trams can take you all over Cologne. Save some money by purchasing a day pass or group pass at one of the ticket machines. Don’t forget to validate it after you board. Taxis are plentiful, and you can either hail them on the street or call ahead for one. Renting a bike can be a cheap and convenient way to get around as well.
Getting from the airport
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is the main airport which serves the Cologne. It is just over 9 miles (15 km) from the city.
Cologne airport overview
Cologne-Bonn Airport (CGN), so-named because it is located between the two beautiful west German cities, is the sixth-largest airport in Germany, and offers good connections to a wide array of attractive European and North African destinations.
Flights to Cologne-Bonn Airport are operated by several low-cost carriers, including Germanwings, TUlfly, easyJet and Wizz Air, so be on the lookout for great deals on flights to exotic destinations such as Cape Verde and Marrakech.
For those looking to travel around Germany, Cologne-Bonn Airport is a wonderful access-point, just 15km (9 miles) from Cologne and 16km (10 miles) from Bonn. Both are celebrated international cities, full of plenty of things to see and do, and the airport is also far less busy than Munich, Berlin or Frankfurt.