Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London is one hour behind Cologne and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Your CGN to LGW flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between CGN and LGW:
Hamburg Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Right now, £40 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £73. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CGN to LGW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to London Gatwick Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CGN to LGW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Of the departures from Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% touch down on time at their destination.
Cologne Bonn Airport is about 9 miles from central Cologne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near CGN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cologne Bonn Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Booking your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 50 miles from central London. Driving there takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to London Gatwick Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to London in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CGN to LGW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 100 miles away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 110 miles west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.