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Cheap Flights from Vienna (VIE) to Cologne (CGN)

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Cologne.$78 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $78, select.
Cologne.$86 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $86, select.
Cologne.$89 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $89, select.
Cologne.$97 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $97, select.
Cologne.$103 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov, returning Mon, 15 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $103, select.
Cologne.$103 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $103, select.
Cologne.$104 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $104, select.
Cologne.$107 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $107, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Vienna Airport to Cologne Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Vienna Airport to Cologne Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $278
Jul
from $151
Aug
from $107
Sep
from $78
Oct
from $89
Nov
from $103
Dec
from $125
Jan
from $131
Feb
from $125
Mar
from $125
Apr
from $319
May
from $307
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:April

Direct flights from Vienna to Cologne

Vienna to Cologne: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vienna to Cologne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cologne.

Vienna to Cologne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$78
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 34 mins
Most popular airlineAustrian Airlines
Average flights per week59

Finding cheap flights from Vienna to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Vienna to Cologne is $78. 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.
1 hour and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Vienna to Cologne.
Austrian Airlines, Eurowings and Ryanair fly direct from Vienna to Cologne.
As of June 2025, there are 61 flights per week flying from Vienna to Cologne.
The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Cologne is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vienna Airport to Cologne Airport on Saturday, 20 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 34 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 Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Vienna and Cologne share the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Take your pick of 33 weekly Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flights. The 05:50 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Eurowings operates the latest service of the day at 20:55.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your VIE to CGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • With direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Cologne (and then other corners of Germany) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:

  • Eurowings is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Austrian ranks as the leading on-time carrier for VIE to CGN flights, with 86.63% of services landing on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • $39 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. A return flight starts at $78. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from VIE to CGN by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from VIE to CGN is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • 78.59% of flights that take off from Vienna International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Vienna International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to VIE? If you've booked an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:

  • Grab a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and explore Cologne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

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

  • It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Cologne in January.

  • Lock in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you'd like to explore Cologne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from VIE to CGN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of Germany

  • Cologne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres north-east of Cologne, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No trip is complete without dropping by Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

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