Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is one hour behind Cologne.
Leave plenty of time to make your CGN to Reykjavik flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from CGN to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Cologne, CGN can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to CGN? If you're catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Reykjavik, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
74% of flights leaving from Cologne Bonn Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Reykjavik
RM421 is currently the best price for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket starts at RM1,258. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from CGN to Reykjavik, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Cologne Bonn Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Reykjavik. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Booking your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from CGN to Reykjavik can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is located around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). After your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your CGN to Reykjavik flight:
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Reykjavik, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Reykjavik based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your Cologne Bonn Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CGN to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iceland waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres northeast of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another essential stop in Iceland. Experience major highlights starting with Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.