Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, making Cologne five hours ahead of New York.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to CGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JFK and CGN include:
London Heathrow Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Right now, R 3,081 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,778. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from JFK to CGN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from JFK to CGN.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're coming in on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CGN:
Grab a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and explore Cologne and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
From Cologne Bonn Airport, Cologne is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to CGN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Cologne. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.