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September 15 - September 30

Cheapest

LAX - Cologne

$851

$785

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August 16 - August 25

Best

LAX - Cologne

$910

$794

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October 10 - October 18

LAX - Cologne

$895

$837

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August 3 - August 19

Earliest

LAX - Cologne

$877

$894

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August 24 - August 31

LAX - Cologne

$932

$908

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November 17 - November 22

LAX - Cologne

$897

$917

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August 23 - August 31

LAX - Cologne

$918

$923

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August 17 - August 25

LAX - Cologne

$913

$930

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August 20 - August 25

LAX - Cologne

$953

$932

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August 19 - August 31

LAX - Cologne

$906

$938

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Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne

When planning cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cologne, you'll find that February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $492. Other cost-effective options include January, where the median fare is $557, and August, with a median of $629. Considering these months can help you secure a better price for your journey.

Fares for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne typically range from $615 to $803, with a median price of $685. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, which may present an opportunity for savings. However, a very small share of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging.

Most itineraries for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne involve connections, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should anticipate at least one layover on your journey, and often two, when flying this route.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Cologne, including connections, takes approximately 21 hours and 35 minutes. This duration accounts for the layovers commonly encountered on this long-haul route. You should factor in this travel time when planning your itinerary.

The distance between Los Angeles and Cologne is approximately 9,185 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul flight. This significant distance contributes to the extended travel times and the necessity for connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Cologne

Regular price: $741 - $1,419

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $741 and $1419. The current lowest deal is $785 with KLM, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 30.

now $785

Low $741

High $1,419

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Cologne

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cologne is February, with a median price of $492. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $945. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

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Flights from $492

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $945

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Direct flights from Los Angeles to Cologne

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Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Cologne

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cologne

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cologne (CGN)

United Airlines

$1,170

$3,226

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cologne

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cologne (CGN)

Lufthansa

$1,040

$1,367

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cologne

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cologne (CGN)

United Airlines

$980

$1,804

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cologne

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cologne (CGN)

Lufthansa

$1,097

$1,397

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cologne

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cologne (CGN)

Austrian Airlines

$998

$1,295

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cologne

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cologne (CGN)

Lufthansa

$903

$1,771

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne

9 nights

Aug 16 - Aug 25

$910 → $794

13%

15 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 30

$851 → $785

8 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 18

$895 → $837

7 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 31

$932 → $908

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Cologne

Los Angeles - Cologne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Cologne are below the typical level, with a median of $685.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cologne, with a median price of $492.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 21h 35m

Flights from Los Angeles to Cologne typically take 21h 35m, with 2 stopovers when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on the Los Angeles to Cologne route, with no direct flights available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Lufthansa offers connecting flights

Lufthansa has historically offered connecting flights from Los Angeles to Cologne.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne appear regularly, with about 0.3 deals per day.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a good option for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$785

Cologne main airports to arrive at

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

Cologne Bonn Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car, train, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$785

Airports nearby Cologne used as alternative

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)

Düsseldorf International Airport is a major international hub offering significantly more destinations than CGN.

📍 ~40 km from Cologne (reachable by rail and road)

💸 Flights from ~$698

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is Germany's primary global hub with extensive long-haul connectivity.

📍 ~150 km from Cologne (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$621

Dortmund (DTM)

Dortmund Airport is a good alternative for low-cost European point-to-point flights.

📍 ~60 km from Cologne (reachable by public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$838

Eindhoven (EIN)

Eindhoven Airport is a major base for low-cost carriers providing budget-friendly European routes.

📍 ~120 km from Cologne (reachable by public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$846

Maastricht Aachen (MST)

Maastricht Aachen Airport is a small and very easy-to-navigate terminal with limited flight options.

📍 ~80 km from Cologne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$929

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cologne

Cologne, Germany

67% AI deal score

$8,298

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cologne

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help uncover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends is usually beneficial. Last-minute deals are less common but may occasionally appear.

Yes, comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Cologne

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Cologne

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Cologne

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Cologne

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Cologne

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Cologne

Los Angeles - Cologne route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Flights typically take 21h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Lufthansa offers connecting flights

Deals appear regularly

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Cologne main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cologne used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cologne

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