Travelling from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Belfast. Explore your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when booking your flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
Cologne is 1 hour ahead of Belfast. Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Belfast to CGN.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from Belfast to CGN departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
From the centre of Belfast, BFS is approximately 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a handy hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Split up your flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and CGN are:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take you 12 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 22 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Belfast to CGN, take it easy in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
About Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to central Cologne takes around 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
R 1,220 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport. Return flights start from R 2,612. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to get cheap tickets from Belfast to CGN. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have more options for flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
February is the quietest time to fly to Cologne. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Cologne. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Belfast to CGN sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 7ºC.
More about Cologne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Cologne right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Belfast to Cologne Bonn Airport:
Cologne Cathedral and Hohenzollern Bridge are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Cologne to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Museum Ludwig.
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