Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
The timezone in Cologne is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Manchester.
Flights from MAN to CGN start at 05:45 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 20:05 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from 11 weekly Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn 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 on time to catch your MAN to CGN flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, so jetting off to Cologne (and then visiting more of Germany!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 74.47% of services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating MAN to CGN flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAN and CGN:
London Heathrow Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
At the moment, $18 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $35. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from MAN to CGN by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 59.39% land on time at their destination.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MAN:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're landing on a late Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed 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 wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport is roughly 9 miles from central Cologne. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cologne is August, with temperatures ranging between 54ºF and 82ºF. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to CGN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 27ºF and 45ºF on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Cologne, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel around 300 miles north-east to Berlin to tick off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 220 miles north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.
