Travelling from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN): what you need to know
Rovaniemi's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Rovaniemi one hour ahead of Cologne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CGN to RVN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cologne Airport to Rovaniemi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CGN and RVN include:
Vienna Airport
London Stansted Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
At the moment, £58 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Airport to Rovaniemi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £118. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from CGN to RVN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Cologne Airport to Rovaniemi Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CGN to RVN.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cologne Airport to Rovaniemi Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cologne Airport (CGN)
74% of flights taking off from Cologne Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Cologne Airport is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Cologne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cologne Airport to Rovaniemi Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CGN:
Arriving at Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RVN if you're taking a late Cologne Airport to Rovaniemi Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Rovaniemi Airport rental car and explore Rovaniemi and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and Finn-Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Rovaniemi Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) to central Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi Airport is roughly 10 kms (6 miles) from central Rovaniemi. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cologne Airport to Rovaniemi Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Rovaniemi. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in July.
Book your flight from Cologne Airport to Rovaniemi Airport for July if you'd like to go to Rovaniemi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to RVN in January. Temperatures average between -20ºC and -4ºC then.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Rovaniemi, now it's time to explore other parts of Finland. Journey about 161 kms (100 miles) south to Oulu to check off its leading sights. From Oulu Cathedral to Nallikari Beach and Oulujoki, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 418 kms (260 miles) south of Rovaniemi, Kuopio is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Puijo Nature Trails, Jatkankamppa Smoke Sauna and Puijo.