Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest.
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Cologne, where Cologne Bonn Airport is located.
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the most traveled route. When booking your flight, you can pick from four services a week between CGN and OTP.
For a relaxed start to your CGN to Bucharest flight, leave enough 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 rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Start your journey at CGN and fly nonstop to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest tickets.
Get on board with Wizz Air Malta. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from CGN to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
CGN is about 13 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near CGN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to Cologne Bonn Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bucharest
$22 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $51. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from CGN to Bucharest, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from CGN to Bucharest.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from CGN to Bucharest.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
If you're staying in central Bucharest (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Keep an eye out for any information kiosks to get directions after disembarking your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BBU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CGN to Bucharest flight:
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the most popular month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest. To avoid the crowds, visit Bucharest in January.
Lock in a Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CGN to Bucharest in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are must-do's during your Bucharest adventure.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Romania, head for Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are among its highlights.
