Cheap Flights from Cologne to Barcelona

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cologne to Barcelona? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Cologne to Barcelona

Cologne to Barcelona: Alternative routes

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

Cologne to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 476
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineEurowings
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Barcelona is R 1,096. 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.
2 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Barcelona.
Eurowings, Ryanair and Malta Air fly direct from Cologne to Barcelona.
As of June 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Cologne to Barcelona.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Barcelona is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Barcelona Airport on Monday, 29 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 13 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 Barcelona 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 Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Barcelona.

Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Cologne and Barcelona are in the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Flights from CGN to BCN start from 05:45 — the first with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 19:45 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of 25 weekly Cologne Bonn Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your CGN to BCN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Eurowings offers direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Barcelona — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Eurowings on this route.

  • With a reliable 92.31% of services arriving as scheduled, Eurowings is the most punctual carrier offering CGN to BCN flights.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between CGN and BCN include:

    • Palma de Mallorca Airport

    • Verona Villafranca Airport

    • Milano Malpensa Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • R 476 is currently the best price for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,096. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from CGN to BCN, reserve your trip seven months before your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CGN to BCN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

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

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • 74.45% of flights leaving from Cologne Bonn Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Central Cologne to Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to CGN? If you're boarding an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona

  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Barcelona in January.

  • The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGN to BCN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've seen Barcelona, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey around 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its popular sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.

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