Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Cologne one hour ahead of Cardiff.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CWL to CGN flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CWL and CGN include:
Edinburgh Airport
Dublin Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight is 56 €. A round-trip fare is currently 141 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CWL to CGN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CWL to CGN.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cardiff Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cardiff Airport, 66.16% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near CWL. Whether you have an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cardiff Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and explore beyond Cologne's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to central Cologne has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Cardiff Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you want to visit Cologne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CWL to CGN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cologne. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.