Travelling from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport.
Cologne is one hour ahead of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from LPA to CGN start from 10:30 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 19:50 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from ten weekly Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LPA to CGN flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
With direct flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Cologne (and then other destinations in Germany) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Eurowings.
With 75.0% of services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering LPA to CGN flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between LPA and CGN:
Malaga Airport
Lanzarote Airport
Fuerteventura Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Cologne Airport (CGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport flight is R 710. A return plane ticket is currently R 2,286. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from LPA to CGN by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LPA to CGN.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport.
Handy information about Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Of the flights that depart from Gran Canaria Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
Central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Gran Canaria Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near LPA:
Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CGN if you have a late Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Cologne Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and discover more of Cologne and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cologne Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Cologne Airport for August if you'd like to go to Cologne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LPA to CGN sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Cologne has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. Around 483 kilometres north-east of Cologne, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.