Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Cologne and Frankfurt are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CGN to FRA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CGN and FRA:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Currently, 72 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 215 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CGN to FRA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Of the flights that depart from Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% land on time at their destination.
Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to CGN:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Book a hotel close to FRA if you're catching a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you want to go to Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CGN to FRA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.