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Flight deals from Cologne to Birmingham

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM642. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Birmingham.RM197 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM197, select.

Birmingham.RM219 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM219, select.

Birmingham.RM229 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM229, select.

Birmingham.RM374 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM374, select.

Birmingham.RM376 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM376, select.

Birmingham.RM517 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Cologne on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM517, select.

Birmingham.RM586 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Cologne on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM586, select.

Birmingham.RM683 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM683, select.

Birmingham.RM787 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM787, select.

Birmingham.RM834 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cologne on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM834, select.

Birmingham.RM864 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Cologne on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM864, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Birmingham

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Birmingham flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Direct flights from Cologne to Birmingham

Cologne to Birmingham: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Birmingham below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Birmingham.

Birmingham

11km from central Birmingham

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from RM197

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East Midlands

55km from central Birmingham

Cheapest

from RM186

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Cologne to Birmingham: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	RM197
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Jet2
Average flights per week	4

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Birmingham: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Cologne to Birmingham?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Birmingham is RM602. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Cologne to Birmingham?

1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Birmingham.

Which airlines fly direct from Cologne to Birmingham?

Jet2 flies direct from Cologne to Birmingham.

How many flights are there a week from Cologne to Birmingham?

As of July 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Cologne to Birmingham.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cologne to Birmingham?

The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Birmingham is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport on Friday, 11 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Birmingham?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Birmingham but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Birmingham?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Birmingham is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cologne Airport to Birmingham with?

Currently, Ryanair and Jet2 offer the cheapest flight tickets to Birmingham.

Travelling from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Birmingham Airport (BHX): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport.
Birmingham is one hour behind Cologne and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CGN to BHX flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Birmingham (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is a breeze with Jet2. This popular airline offers direct flights from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Jet2 on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates CGN to BHX flights is Jet2. Its services land as planned 70.0% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CGN and BHX include:
- Munich Airport
- Zurich Airport
- Berlin Brandenburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport flight is RM197. A round-trip plane ticket right now is RM602. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from CGN to BHX, reserve your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CGN to BHX.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport.

Handy information about Cologne Airport (CGN)

74% of flights that depart Cologne Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Cologne Airport from central Cologne, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CGN:

Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHX)

Reserve a hotel near BHX if you're on a late Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Birmingham Airport rental car and explore Birmingham and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Birmingham Airport around one week before your departure date.

When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX)

The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Birmingham based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Cologne Airport to Birmingham Airport for July if you want to visit Birmingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to BHX in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

You've done Birmingham, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres south-east to London to check off its leading attractions. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United Kingdom, head for Manchester, roughly 113 kilometres north of Birmingham. Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry are among the biggest draws.