Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Barcelona and Cologne share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Choose from 49 weekly Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with Ryanair is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 22:30.
Leave enough time to catch your BCN to CGN flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Eurowings has direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Cologne — and maybe even more of Germany if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Eurowings on this route.
Eurowings is the most punctual carrier offering BCN to CGN flights, with 79.49% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between BCN and CGN include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Menorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight is $41. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $84. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from BCN to CGN, book your journey six months before your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Barcelona-El Prat Airport, data shows 79.12% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near BCN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CGN:
Go where the road takes you with a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and discover more of Cologne and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to the centre of Cologne has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Cologne based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Cologne is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to CGN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Cologne, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel about 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 packed itinerary ahead.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No journey is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.