Flying from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, making Cologne one hour ahead of Lisbon.
Flights from LIS to CGN start at 09:35 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 20:35 with Ryanair. In total, there are seven weekly Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport flights.
Your LIS to CGN flight won't wait if you're running 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 travelling internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Eurowings has direct flights from Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Cologne — and maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Eurowings.
With 73.68% of its services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering LIS to CGN flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between LIS and CGN:
London Heathrow Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Cologne Airport (CGN)
28 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport flight. Return flights start at 86 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from LIS to CGN by booking at least two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Of all flights departing from Lisbon Airport, 56% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LIS:
Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)
If you're getting in on a late Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CGN:
Travel at your own speed with a Cologne Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and experience more of Cologne and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cologne Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Lisbon Airport to Cologne Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LIS to CGN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Cologne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres north-east of Cologne, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Hamburg is another standout destination in Germany and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No trip is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.