Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Cologne Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Cologne is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
Pack your suitcase and choose from three weekly Athens International Airport to Cologne Airport flights.
Your ATH to CGN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Ryanair.
With 66.67% of services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering ATH to CGN flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Athens International Airport to Cologne Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between ATH and CGN:
Vienna Airport
Thessaloniki Airport
Corfu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Cologne Airport (CGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Athens International Airport to Cologne Airport flight is $40. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $124. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ATH to CGN, reserve your trip one month before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Cologne Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
76% of flights that depart Athens International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Athens International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Athens International Airport to Cologne Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near ATH:
Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)
Book a hotel near CGN if you're taking a late Athens International Airport to Cologne Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cologne Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo to explore Cologne and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Cologne Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cologne Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Airport to the centre of Cologne has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Athens International Airport to Cologne Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Cologne in January.
When reserving your flight from Athens International Airport to Cologne Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to CGN in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Cologne. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No trip is complete without dropping by Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.