Travelling from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Dusseldorf and Cologne share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Your DUS to CGN flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dusseldorf International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DUS and CGN include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
75 € is the lowest price for a one-way Dusseldorf International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Return flights start at 130 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from DUS to CGN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DUS to CGN.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
78.28% of flights leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Dusseldorf to Dusseldorf International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near DUS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Reserve a hotel near CGN if you have a late Dusseldorf International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and discover Cologne and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to the centre of Cologne has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Cologne in January.
Before locking in your flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUS to CGN in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
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 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 eager to discover another side of Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.