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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cologne to London? 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 London flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Cologne to London

Alternative Cologne to London routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cologne to London? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Cologne to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 312
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 26 mins
Most popular airlineEurowings
Average flights per week117

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to London is R 626. 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 26 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to London.
Eurowings, Ryanair and British Airways fly direct from Cologne to London.
As of May 2025, there are 117 flights per week flying from Cologne to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to London is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Cologne Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Stansted – which is 48.6 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from R 626.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to London on Monday, 2 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 26 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 London 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London.

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.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from CGN to London every day.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

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.

Complete your London trip with a car rental

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