Flying from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Cologne Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
Cologne is one hour behind Tel Aviv and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Your TLV to CGN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Arkia is your ticket to exploring Cologne (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Cologne Airport offered by this carrier.
Arkia has the highest passenger demand on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Cologne Airport (CGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Cologne Airport flight is R 2,161. A round-trip fare right now is R 4,413. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from TLV to CGN if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
Of all flights leaving Ben Gurion Intl Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Ben Gurion Intl Airport from central Tel Aviv, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near TLV? If you're boarding an early flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Cologne Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Cologne Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cologne Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cologne and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cologne Airport around two weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Cologne Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Cologne in January.
Lock in your flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Cologne Airport for August if you want to visit Cologne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TLV to CGN in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Cologne, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel around 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its popular sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
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.