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Cologne.RM557 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Zurich on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM557, select.

Cologne.RM567 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Zurich on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM567, select.

Cologne.RM572 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Zurich on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM572, select.

Cologne.RM595 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM595, select.

Cologne.RM595 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Zurich on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM595, select.

Cologne.RM613 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Zurich on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM613, select.

Cologne.RM618 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Zurich on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM618, select.

Cologne.RM659 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Zurich on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Eurowings departs from Cologne on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM659, select.

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

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Zurich to Cologne: Alternative routes

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

Zurich to Cologne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	RM557
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	1 hr, 5 mins
Most popular airline	Eurowings
Average flights per week	65

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zurich to Cologne?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Cologne is RM557. 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 Zurich to Cologne?

1 hour and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Cologne.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Cologne?

Eurowings, SWISS and Air Canada fly direct from Zurich to Cologne.

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

As of February 2026, there are 61 flights per week flying from Zurich to Cologne.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Cologne is usually April.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Cologne Airport on Wednesday, 29 April 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 5 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cologne?

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 Cologne 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 Cologne?

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

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

Currently, Eurowings offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cologne.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich.
You can choose from 14 weekly Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flights. The 08:05 departure with Eurowings is the earliest available. Eurowings operates the last service of the day at 21:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your ZRH to CGN flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Cologne (and then discovering more of Germany!) is a cinch with Eurowings. This popular airline has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Eurowings is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Eurowings is the most punctual carrier operating ZRH to CGN flights. A dependable 84.71% of its services on this route arrive without delay.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

RM277 is the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM557. These prices may change based on availability.
To get cheap tickets from ZRH to CGN, book your trip seven months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ZRH to CGN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 69.02% land on time at their destination.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Reserve a hotel near CGN if you have a late Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and explore beyond Cologne's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

Cologne Bonn Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Cologne. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

July is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Cologne in January.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you want to go to Cologne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to CGN in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of Germany

Cologne is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north-east of Cologne, a visit to Berlin will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No trip is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.