Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Paris: what you need to know
Cologne (the location of Cologne Bonn Airport) and Paris share the same timezone — UTC+1.
To ensure you get on your flight from CGN to Paris, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from CGN to Paris. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you have a passport from Germany and are travelling to France for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris.
CGN is about 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to CGN? If you're catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Paris
R 1,375 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,886. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from CGN to Paris. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris across each month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is around 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to CDG if you're catching a late flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Paris. After your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 57 minutes.
After your flight from CGN to Paris, rest your head at a hotel near ORY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Paris in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from CGN to Paris in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-visits when exploring Paris.
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Select one of our car rentals in Paris and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Paris.