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

Direct flights from Cologne to London Stansted

Cologne to London Stansted: Alternative routes

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

Cologne to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 62
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to London Stansted: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to London Stansted is ر.ق.‏ 123. 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.
1 hour and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to London Stansted.
Ryanair, Malta Air and Ryanair UK Ltd. fly direct from Cologne to London Stansted.
As of May 2025, there are 27 flights per week flying from Cologne to London Stansted.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to London Stansted is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to London Stansted Airport on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 minutes.
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 London Stansted 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Stansted.

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.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Stansted Airport.

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)

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.

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