Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney ten hours ahead of Cologne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CGN to SYD 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.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the CGN to SYD route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is 413 €. A round-trip fare is currently 917 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CGN to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CGN to SYD.
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Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Of the departures from Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CGN? If you're boarding an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Book a hotel near SYD if you're taking a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Sydney in April.
Book your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to explore Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CGN to SYD in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.