Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bilbao.
Your BIO to CGN flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BIO and CGN:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Santiago de Compostela Airport
Valencia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight is £33. A return fare is currently £80. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BIO to CGN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BIO to CGN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bilbao Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BIO arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.76% of the time.
To get to Bilbao Airport from central Bilbao, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 4 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near BIO? If you're catching an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're coming in on a late Bilbao Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near CGN:
Pick up a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and discover Cologne and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport is approximately 9 miles from central Cologne. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cologne. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Cologne is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Bilbao Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BIO to CGN sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Cologne is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 300 miles north-east of Cologne, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Germany, consider Hamburg, about 220 miles north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.