Flying from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your CRL to CGN flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CRL and CGN include:
Edinburgh Airport
Manchester Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight is 43 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 95 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CRL to CGN if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CRL to CGN.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Handy information about Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
When it comes to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport's on-time performance, 71.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CRL:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Consider staying in a hotel near CGN if you're on a late Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and explore Cologne and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
From Cologne Bonn Airport, Cologne is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cologne. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you'd like to visit Cologne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CRL to CGN in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Cologne, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Travel around 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its popular sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, your itinerary will be busy.
Hamburg is another standout destination in Germany and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No trip is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.