Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Porto's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Porto one hour behind Cologne.
You can choose from seven weekly Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport flights. The 10:10 departure with Ryanair is the earliest you can take. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 22:10.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CGN to OPO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Ryanair has direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Porto — and maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Among carriers operating CGN to OPO flights, Ryanair has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between CGN and OPO:
Stansted Airport
Zurich Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Porto Airport (OPO)
$57 is the best price for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport flight. Return flights start from $150. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from CGN to OPO, reserve your trip nine months before your departure date.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
When it comes to Cologne Bonn Airport's on-time performance, 74.45% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Cologne Bonn Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CGN:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
Book a hotel close to OPO if you're taking a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Porto Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go to explore Porto and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Porto Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
From Porto Airport, Porto is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Porto based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Porto Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Porto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CGN to OPO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Porto, now it's time to explore other parts of Portugal. Journey about 274 kilometres south to Lisbon to check off its leading attractions. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Amadora is another favourite destination in Portugal and is around 274 kilometres south of Porto. No journey is complete without visiting Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.