Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Hamburg and Cologne are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
You can choose from nine weekly Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with Eurowings is the earliest you can take. Eurowings operates the latest service of the day at 20:20.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your HAM to CGN flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Eurowings offers direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Cologne — and maybe even more of Germany if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with Eurowings on this route.
Eurowings is the most punctual carrier offering HAM to CGN flights. A dependable 86.49% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between HAM and CGN include:
Copenhagen Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
£46 is the lowest price for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. A return flight starts at £77. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from HAM to CGN by booking at least four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
March is the cheapest month for flights from Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HAM to CGN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Handy information about Hamburg Airport (HAM)
75.01% of flights leaving from Hamburg Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Hamburg to Hamburg Airport is around 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to HAM? If you're boarding an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
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Reserving your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 there by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cologne. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HAM to CGN in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cologne. Around 300 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 220 miles north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.