Travelling from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Cologne one hour behind Bucharest.
Every week, there are four Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OTP to CGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Wizz Air Malta offers direct flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Cologne — and maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Wizz Air Malta.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between OTP and CGN include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Cologne Airport (CGN)
Currently, £24 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £59. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from OTP to CGN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from OTP to CGN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
When it comes to Bucharest Otopeni Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Bucharest Otopeni Airport is around 16 kms (10 miles) from central Bucharest. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to OTP:
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 Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cologne Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cologne and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Cologne Airport about two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Cologne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cologne Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OTP to CGN in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cologne. Around 483 kms (300 miles) away to the north-east, its best attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 354 kms (220 miles) north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among the biggest draws.