Flying from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Reykjavik. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) leaving from here.
The timezone in Cologne is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Reykjavik. Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Reykjavik to CGN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Reykjavik to CGN departing from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik, KEF can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Keflavik International Airport:
66.96% of flights that take off from Keflavik International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
RKV is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Reykjavik to CGN flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Reykjavik International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.1%.
About Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near CGN:
Grab a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and explore Cologne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport flight.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Cologne. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
R 1,679 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport. Return flights start from R 3,837. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to CGN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport ticket.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport.
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN). Plan your visit to Cologne in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Reykjavik to CGN plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cologne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Cologne
Start your Cologne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Cologne Bonn Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Cologne Christmas Markets, Cologne Cathedral and Carnival in Cologne are major attractions which should feature on any good Cologne itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Cologne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. About 274 kilometres south-east of Cologne, a trip to Stuttgart will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Germany, head for Bremen, roughly 274 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Schnoorviertel, Старый квартал Schnoor and Musical Theatre Bremen are highlights.
