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Flight deals from Birmingham to Cologne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $188. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cologne.$88 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $88, select.

Cologne.$90 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $90, select.

Cologne.$91 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Birmingham on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.

Cologne.$91 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Birmingham on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.

Cologne.$96 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $96, select.

Cologne.$128 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $128, select.

Cologne.$146 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Cologne.$148 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $148, select.

Cologne.$202 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Birmingham on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $202, select.

Cologne.$245 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

Cologne.$554 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $554, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Cologne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Cologne flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Direct flights from Birmingham to Cologne

Birmingham to Cologne: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Cologne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cologne.

Birmingham to Cologne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$88
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Jet2
Average flights per week	4

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Birmingham to Cologne?

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Cologne is $184. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Birmingham to Cologne?

1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Birmingham to Cologne.

Which airlines fly direct from Birmingham to Cologne?

Jet2 flies direct from Birmingham to Cologne.

How many flights are there a week from Birmingham to Cologne?

As of June 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Birmingham to Cologne.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Cologne?

The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Cologne is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport on Tuesday, 25 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cologne?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cologne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cologne?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cologne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham Airport to Cologne with?

Currently, Ryanair and Jet2 offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cologne.

Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Cologne is one hour ahead of Birmingham and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BHX to CGN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Getting to Cologne (and then discovering more of Germany!) is a breeze with Jet2. This popular carrier has direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport.
Jet2 is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With a reliable 88.89% of services arriving as scheduled, Jet2 is the most punctual carrier operating BHX to CGN flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BHX and CGN:
- Munich Airport
- Dublin Airport
- Prague Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Cologne Airport (CGN)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport flight is $88. A round-trip fare right now is $184. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BHX to CGN.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BHX to CGN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport.

Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)

72% of flights departing from Birmingham Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Birmingham Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BHX? If you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)

Reserve a hotel near CGN if you're on a late Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Cologne Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and find adventure across Cologne and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Cologne Airport around two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Cologne Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

From Cologne Airport, Cologne is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)

It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cologne. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport for August if you'd like to go to Cologne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BHX to CGN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Germany

You've visited Cologne, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Travel around 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.