Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is eight hours behind Cologne, where Cologne Bonn Airport is located. Los Angeles follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your CGN to Los Angeles flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from CGN to Los Angeles with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
CGN is about 13 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to CGN:
Of all flights leaving Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Los Angeles
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Los Angeles flight is RM2,010. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,536. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CGN to Los Angeles. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Los Angeles across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Los Angeles by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Los Angeles. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your flight from CGN to Los Angeles.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Los Angeles has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CGN to Los Angeles flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from VNY ahead of time so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Before booking your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Los Angeles, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Los Angeles offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Cologne Bonn Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGN to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Los Angeles, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are top sights which should be on every Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Jose is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without a visit to Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.