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Cologne.ر.ق.‏ 240 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 240, select.

Cologne.ر.ق.‏ 272 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 272, select.

Cologne.ر.ق.‏ 292 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 292, select.

Cologne.ر.ق.‏ 296 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 296, select.

Cologne.ر.ق.‏ 375 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 375, select.

Cologne.ر.ق.‏ 417 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 417, select.

Cologne.ر.ق.‏ 459 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 459, select.

Cologne.ر.ق.‏ 459 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Birmingham on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 459, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Cologne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Cologne flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Direct flights from Birmingham to Cologne

Birmingham to Cologne: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Cologne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cologne.

Birmingham to Cologne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	ر.ق.‏ 240
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Jet2
Average flights per week	3

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Birmingham to Cologne?

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Cologne is ر.ق.‏ 597. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Birmingham to Cologne?

1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Birmingham to Cologne.

Which airlines fly direct from Birmingham to Cologne?

Jet2 flies direct from Birmingham to Cologne.

How many flights are there a week from Birmingham to Cologne?

As of May 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Birmingham to Cologne.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Cologne?

The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Cologne is usually May 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport on Wednesday, 25 June 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Cologne Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cologne?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cologne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cologne?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cologne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham Airport to Cologne with?

Currently, Ryanair and Jet2 offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cologne.

Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
The timezone in Cologne is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Birmingham.
Your BHX to CGN flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Flying into Cologne (and then seeing more of Germany!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Ryanair.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier that offers BHX to CGN flights, with 66.67% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BHX and CGN include:
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport
- Dublin Airport
- Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight is ر.ق.‏ 240. A round-trip ticket right now is ر.ق.‏ 597. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from BHX to CGN by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Landing cheap flights from BHX to CGN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.48% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
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Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

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For the best deal, reserve your ride from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

Cologne Bonn Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Cologne. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Cologne. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you'd like to go to Cologne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BHX to CGN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.

Explore more of Germany

You've seen Cologne, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Journey around 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another corner of Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.