Travelling from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): What you need to know
The timezone in Cologne is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Belfast. Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne.
Your flight from Belfast to CGN 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 flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Belfast to CGN with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between BFS and CGN include:
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
BFS is around 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Belfast International Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport, check out these options when leaving from George Best Belfast City Airport:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
You can reach BHD from central Belfast in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Belfast to CGN flight? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
69% of all departures from George Best Belfast City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near CGN:
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Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport flight.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
From Cologne Bonn Airport, central Cologne is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport is $87. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $197. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Belfast to CGN, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Belfast to CGN.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN). September is when most people visit Cologne. If crowds aren't your thing, go in January.
Before locking in your Belfast to CGN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Cologne
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cologne:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Cologne Christmas Markets, Cologne Cathedral and Historic Old Town are essential stops on your Cologne itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Cologne, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel around 274 kilometres southeast to Stuttgart to check off its top attractions. From Mercedes-Benz Museum to Porsche Museum and Marienplatz, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 274 kilometres northeast of Cologne, Bremen is another essential stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Schnoorviertel, Marktplatz and Rathaus.
