Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to London: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to London and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 24 minutes.
London is 1 hour behind Cologne, where Cologne Bonn Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 74 weekly flights between the two airports, Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. Eurowings operates the earliest flight at 07:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from CGN to LHR is with British Airways at 22:00.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from CGN to London.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can fly directly to London departing from CGN. Arrive at one of these hubs on your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to London:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to London are available from a good number of airlines. Get on board with any of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from CGN to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
If you hold a passport from Germany and are travelling to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to London.
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 traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CGN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to London
R 313 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 626. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from CGN to London by booking 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to London. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to London. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from CGN to London:
Best time to go to London
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to London. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to London for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flights from CGN to London in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to London:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
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