Travelling from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport.
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Cologne.
Take your pick of seven weekly Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with Eurowings is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 18:00.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your CGN to LIS flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Flying into Lisbon (and then exploring more of Portugal!) is a breeze with Eurowings. This popular airline offers direct flights from Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Eurowings has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating CGN to LIS flights is Ryanair. Its services land without delay 65.79% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between CGN and LIS:
London Heathrow Airport
London Stansted Airport
Birmingham Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Right now, RM130 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM363. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from CGN to LIS, book your journey one month before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from CGN to LIS is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Handy information about Cologne Airport (CGN)
Of the departures from Cologne Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Cologne to Cologne Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CGN:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel close to LIS if you're on a late Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Lisbon Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility to explore Lisbon and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Lisbon Airport about two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Lisbon. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Cologne Airport to Lisbon Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CGN to LIS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Portugal just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a trip to Porto will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another favourite stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.