Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Cologne four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
To ensure you get on your MAA to CGN flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to discover a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a popular stop between MAA and CGN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Currently, $318 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $726. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAA to CGN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Chennai Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAA to CGN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near CGN:
Travel at your own speed with a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and find adventure across Cologne and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
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.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cologne. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you want to go to Cologne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to CGN sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Cologne, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Travel around 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
