Travelling from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): What you need to know
Brussels has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) heading out from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Brussels.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Brussels to CGN. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Brussels to CGN that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BRU and CGN include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, 71.97% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Split up your flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and CGN include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
CRL is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Brussels to CGN flight? Relax in a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
71.71% of flights departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near CGN and hit the pillow fast:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport flight.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Central Cologne is roughly 13 kilometres from Cologne Bonn Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
RM222 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport. Return flights start from RM384. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Brussels to CGN if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN). Plan your visit to Cologne in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Cologne is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Brussels to CGN plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cologne
Start your Cologne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Cologne Christmas Markets, Cologne Cathedral and Carnival in Cologne are top attractions which should feature on every Cologne itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Cologne, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Travel around 274 kilometres south-east to Stuttgart to check off its leading attractions. From Porsche Museum to Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Bremen is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 274 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No trip is complete without seeing Schnoorviertel, Старый квартал Schnoor and Musical Theatre Bremen.
