How to find cheap flights from Cologne Airport (CGN) to China
$933 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight from Cologne Airport (CGN) to China.
You'll be travelling from CGN into Shanghai Pudong in Shanghai with that fare.
$669 is the lowest price available for a one-way journey.
Not fixed on a destination? Let the lowest fares decide. Select 'China' in the 'To' field to discover the best deals by city.
With roughly 75 international airports, China has plenty of arrival options.
To compare a wider range of prices, select 'Add nearby airports' to include all airports close to where you're departing from and heading to.
Book early. You'll have more times, routes and airlines to choose from. Wait until the last moment and you're likely to be left with fewer options and higher costs.
Stay on top of fare changes by setting up a Price Alert. If you haven't already, download the Skyscanner app to get notifications as they happen.
Best time to fly from Cologne Airport (CGN) to China
November is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight from Cologne Airport (CGN) to China, with prices starting from $933.
Midweek travel can often work in your favor. Fares are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays than at the weekend.
July, August and September mark the busiest months to fly to China, with August the most popular of the three. You'll typically pay higher fares at this time.
June, November and December are the least popular months to fly. The quietest month is June. Fewer people are booking seats, so airlines tend to drop prices to help fill flights.
Popular places to visit in China
Your Cologne to China flights are booked. The next step is deciding what your itinerary will look like.
Shanghai
Shanghai is a leading destination for flights from Cologne Airport bound for China. From Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Tower to The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, the highlights come thick and fast.
There are plenty of flight deals touching down at Shanghai's busiest airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) gives you more ways to plan your arrival.
When you're ready to find somewhere comfortable to stay, explore the range of hotels in Shanghai.
Beijing
The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are among the first things worth making time for in Beijing.
You can reach the city through Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
After your plane ticket is locked in, you can move on to finding the right stay among the hotels in Beijing.
Chengdu
Sichuan Tower of China, Jinli Street and Sichuan Museum are major sights to tick off while you're in this part of Sichuan.
You can touch down at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), depending on what fits your route best.
From fly-in, fly-out trips to longer stays, hotels in Chengdu cater to all kinds of budgets and travel styles.
Visiting China for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and travel plans, so check well in advance. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most recent advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
The local currency is Chinese yuan (CNY). You can pay by credit or debit card at large businesses, but this is less consistent beyond them.
The population of China is estimated at around 1.4 billion. Beijing is the capital.
There's more than one standard time zone across this destination, running from UTC+6 through to UTC+8.
If you're planning a warmer trip to China, consider going in July when highs average 28ºC (82ºF).
Visit some time around January if you'd rather be there when it's cooler. You'll find lower temperatures of around -9ºC (16ºF).
You can expect more rain in August, while December tends to be drier.
Looking to time your getaway with something big? Major events worth planning around include Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival and the Dragon Boat Festival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Booked that cheap flight from Cologne Airport (CGN) to China? Now work out where you'll rest your head and how you'll get around. Explore the range of hotels in China and filter your search by location, star rating and more. You can also browse the car rental options in China and choose from pickup locations in cities or right at the airport.