Travelling from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Brussels has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) flying out of Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Cologne (where Cologne Bonn Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Brussels to CGN. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Brussels to CGN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Brussels Airport (BRU). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
From the centre of Brussels, BRU is approximately 14 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Brussels Airport:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and CGN:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
You can reach CRL from central Brussels in about 56 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Brussels to CGN? Check in to a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to the centre of Cologne is about 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
For a one-way ticket from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport, $131 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $311. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Brussels to CGN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a deal you can't miss. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time looking for a cheap ticket from Brussels to CGN every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
February is the quietest time to fly to Cologne. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Before locking in your flight from Brussels to CGN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Cologne
Start your Cologne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Cologne Cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge and Museum Ludwig are top sights which should feature on every Cologne itinerary.
Complete your Cologne trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Brussels to Cologne Bonn Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Cologne. Explore the offers and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
