Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN): what you need to know
Cologne and Milan are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
To ensure you catch your CGN to LIN flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Milano Linate Airport. These are the top stopovers between CGN and LIN:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
At the moment, RM257 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Milano Linate Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM713. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CGN to LIN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Milano Linate Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Of all flights departing from Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% land on time at their destination.
To reach Cologne Bonn Airport from central Cologne, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CGN? If you're boarding an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Milano Linate Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cologne Bonn Airport to Milano Linate Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LIN instead:
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For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Milano Linate Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) to central Milan
Milano Linate Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Milan. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Milano Linate Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Milan. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Milano Linate Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to LIN in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Turin is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without seeing Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.