Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
London is one hour behind Cologne and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Take your pick of 26 weekly Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport flights. The 06:55 departure with Ryanair is the earliest you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 23:15.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CGN to STN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into London (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport.
Ryanair tops the list for bookings on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for CGN to STN flights is Ryanair.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between CGN and STN:
Hamburg Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Glasgow International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stansted Airport (STN)
Currently, ر.ق. 62 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 123. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CGN to STN.
The cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CGN to STN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Cologne Bonn Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near CGN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near STN instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Europcar to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Stansted Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
From Stansted Airport, London is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport. August is the busiest month to visit London. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CGN to STN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.