Cheap Flights from Alicante (ALC) to Cologne (CGN)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $170. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from Alicante to Cologne

Alicante to Cologne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$141
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from Alicante to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Alicante to Cologne is $141. 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.
2 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Alicante to Cologne.
Ryanair, Eurowings and Malta Air fly direct from Alicante to Cologne.
As of June 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from Alicante to Cologne.
The cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Cologne is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport on Wednesday, 8 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 40 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cologne.

Travelling from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport.

  • Alicante and Cologne follow the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Choose from 12 weekly Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Eurowings operates the last service of the day at 21:05.

  • To ensure you get on your ALC to CGN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Cologne (and maybe even some other great corners of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.

  • Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers ALC to CGN flights, with 78.46% of its services landing on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between ALC and CGN:

    • Barcelona Airport

    • Zurich Airport

    • Palma - Majorca Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Cologne Airport (CGN)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport flight is $49. A return ticket right now is $141. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ALC to CGN if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ALC to CGN.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport.

Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)

  • Of all flights departing from Alicante Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Alicante Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near ALC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)

Getting from Cologne Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

  • Cologne Airport to central Cologne has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Cologne is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to CGN in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of Germany

  • You've seen Cologne, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Travel around 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, about 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.

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