Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Cologne is five hours ahead of Durham and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to CGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Many travellers pass through London Heathrow Airport when flying between RDU and CGN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight is 323 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 706 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RDU to CGN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Raleigh-Durham International 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.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Cologne. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you want to explore 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 RDU to CGN in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Cologne has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north-east of Cologne, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another major stop in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.
