Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR): what you need to know
Stuttgart's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Cologne.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CGN to STR flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CGN and STR include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Hamburg Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport flight is £59. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £146. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CGN to STR if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CGN to STR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport.
Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Of all flights leaving Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% land on schedule at their destination.
Cologne Bonn Airport is around 9 miles from central Cologne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CGN:
Arriving at Stuttgart Airport (STR)
If you have a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near STR:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Stuttgart Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Stuttgart and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Stuttgart Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to central Stuttgart
Stuttgart Airport is roughly 10 miles from the centre of Stuttgart. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
June is the most popular month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Stuttgart in January.
Lock in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport for July if you'd like to visit Stuttgart during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGN to STR in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Stuttgart, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Journey around 120 miles east to Munich to check off its must-visit sights. From Marienplatz to Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Germany, head for Essen, roughly 210 miles north-west of Stuttgart. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are highlights.