Flying from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Marseille Airport (MRS): what you need to know
Cologne and Marseille share the same timezone, UTC+1.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CGN to MRS flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Airport to Marseille Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CGN and MRS:
Munich Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Marseille Airport (MRS)
$74 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cologne Airport to Marseille Airport flight. Return flights start at $164. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CGN to MRS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cologne Airport to Marseille Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CGN to MRS.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cologne Airport to Marseille Airport.
Handy information about Cologne Airport (CGN)
74% of flights departing from Cologne Airport make it to their destination on time.
Cologne Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CGN? If you've booked an early flight from Cologne Airport to Marseille Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Marseille Airport (MRS)
Consider booking a hotel near MRS if you're catching a late Cologne Airport to Marseille Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Marseille Airport rental car and discover Marseille and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and Free2move are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Marseille Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Marseille Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
Marseille Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Marseille. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Marseille Airport (MRS)
The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Airport to Marseille Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Marseille based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Marseille is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Cologne Airport to Marseille Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to MRS in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Marseille. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Toulouse is another essential stop in France and is around 322 kilometres west of Marseille. No journey is complete without dropping by Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History.