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)
If you have a late Alicante Airport to Cologne Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CGN:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cologne Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and explore beyond Cologne's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Cologne Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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.