Flying from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Cologne is two hours behind Damascus and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your DAM to CGN flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Cologne Airport (CGN)
£136 is currently the best price for a one-way Damascus Airport to Cologne Airport flight. Return flights start from £288. These fares can change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from DAM to CGN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport to Cologne Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Damascus Airport to Cologne Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Damascus Airport (DAM)
Of all flights departing from Damascus Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Damascus Airport from central Damascus, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kms (19 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Damascus Airport to Cologne Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cologne Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and explore beyond Cologne's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Cologne Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Cologne Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
From Cologne Airport, Cologne is approximately 14 kms (9 miles) away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Damascus Airport to Cologne Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Damascus Airport to Cologne Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DAM to CGN in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cologne. Around 483 kms (300 miles) away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Hamburg is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 354 kms (220 miles) north-east of Cologne. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
