Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is one hour behind Cologne.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CGN to Glasgow flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CGN to Glasgow with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Stansted Airport (STN)
CGN is about 13 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near CGN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Glasgow or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cologne Bonn Airport, data shows 74.45% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Glasgow
The best price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Glasgow flight is 63 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 136 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from CGN to Glasgow, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Cologne Bonn Airport to Glasgow ticket.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to GLA if you have a late flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Glasgow. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go where the road takes you with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and see more of Glasgow and beyond.
Booking your ride from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks before your flight from CGN to Glasgow can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Glasgow has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 55 minutes or so.
Following your CGN to Glasgow flight, kick back at a hotel close to PIK. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make picking up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from PIK two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Glasgow. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Glasgow in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your Cologne Bonn Airport to Glasgow plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CGN to Glasgow around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Glasgow right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Glasgow:
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Glasgow Cathedral are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Glasgow travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Cardiff, about 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are highlights.