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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Cologne

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Today’s best flight deals from Manchester to Cologne

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Manchester to Cologne

July 8 - July 27

Cheapest

MAN - Cologne

$159

$44

Round trip

July 7 - July 27

Cheapest

MAN - Cologne

$159

$44

Round trip

July 1 - July 7

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

MAN - Cologne

$177

$44

Round trip

July 14 - July 27

MAN - Cologne

$161

$45

Round trip

July 13 - July 15

MAN - Cologne

$181

$48

Round trip

July 6 - July 7

MAN - Cologne

$186

$48

Round trip

July 6 - July 27

MAN - Cologne

$158

$50

Round trip

July 1 - July 6

Earliest

MAN - Cologne

$181

$50

Round trip

September 22 - September 23

MAN - Cologne

$173

$50

Round trip

September 22 - September 30

MAN - Cologne

$163

$50

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Manchester to Cologne

The journey from Manchester to Cologne covers a distance of 699 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Manchester to Cologne, fares typically range from $274–$410, with a median price of $340. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and approximately 13% of recent fares were considered a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.
If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Cologne, the data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $81. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $159. Another relatively inexpensive option is August, where the median fare is $241.
Most itineraries for this route involve connections, as only 11% of recent fares were for direct flights from Manchester to Cologne. For the majority of itineraries that are not non-stop, travelers can expect to make 2 stopovers.
A typical journey from Manchester to Cologne takes approximately 8h 50m, including connections. This duration accounts for itineraries with stopovers, which are common given that most flights on this route are not direct.

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Cologne

Regular price: $122 - $364

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Manchester to Cologne.

The regular price range for flights from Manchester to Cologne is between $122 and $364. The current lowest deal is $44 with Ryanair, for travel from Jul 8 to Jul 27.

now $44

Low $122

High $364

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Cologne

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Cologne is January, with a median price of $81. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $410. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $81

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $410

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Direct flights from Manchester to Cologne

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Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Cologne

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Cologne

Jet2.com

Manchester (MAN) - Cologne (CGN)

Jet2.com

$327

$176

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Cologne

Jet2.com

Manchester (MAN) - Cologne (CGN)

Jet2.com

$375

$212

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Cologne

Ryanair

Manchester (MAN) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

$177

$44

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Cologne

Ryanair

Manchester (MAN) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

$181

$50

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Cologne

Ryanair

Manchester (MAN) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

$177

$51

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Cologne

Ryanair

Manchester (MAN) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

$162

$57

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Cologne

2 nights

Jul 5 - Jul 7

$270  →  $78

71%

3 nights

Jul 5 - Jul 8

$271  →  $82

70%

10 nights

Jul 5 - Jul 15

$245  →  $79

68%

3 nights

Jun 17 - Jun 20

$375  →  $212

43%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Cologne

Manchester - Cologne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level, with 13% of deals historically considered good.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $81, compared to the $340 route median.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 8h 50m

The typical flight duration for this route, including layovers, is 8 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 11% of recent deals were for direct flights, with connecting options being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair has offered direct flights on this route, providing a non-stop option for travelers.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Historically, deals for this route appear frequently, with over one deal per day in the last 30 days.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Cologne, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~$44

Cologne main airports to arrive at

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$44

Airports nearby Cologne used as alternative

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$153

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

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 ~$171

Dortmund (DTM)

Dortmund is a good alternative for low-cost European point-to-point flights within the region.

📍 ~60 km from Cologne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$111

Eindhoven (EIN)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~135 km from Cologne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$49

Maastricht Aachen (MST)

Maastricht Aachen is a small, easy-to-navigate terminal, relatively close to the German-Dutch border.

📍 ~90 km from Cologne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$173

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cologne

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Best Elite deals to Cologne

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From MAN

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Oct 23

Cologne, Germany

68% AI deal score

$1,180

$852

Save $328

From MAN

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Aug 22

Cologne, Germany

66% AI deal score

$1,012

$842

Save $170

From MAN

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Aug 29

Cologne, Germany

65% AI deal score

$1,113

$965

Save $148

From MAN

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Jul 06

Cologne, Germany

50% AI deal score

$1,141

$998

Save $143

From MAN

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Jul 01

Cologne, Germany

49% AI deal score

$1,050

$963

Save $87

From MAN

Elite

Jun 24

Cologne, Germany

46% AI deal score

$993

From MAN

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Jun 24

Cologne, Germany

46% AI deal score

$995

From MAN

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Jun 28

Cologne, Germany

42% AI deal score

$1,115

From MAN

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Jun 24

Cologne, Germany

39% AI deal score

$1,275

From MAN

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Jun 22

Cologne, Germany

38% AI deal score

$1,379

From MAN

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Jul 03

Cologne, Germany

38% AI deal score

$1,395

From MAN

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Jun 17

Cologne, Germany

37% AI deal score

$1,450

From MAN

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Jul 09

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$1,760

From MAN

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Jun 18

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$1,814

From MAN

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Jun 17

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$1,814

From MAN

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Aug 06

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$1,839

From MAN

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Jul 13

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$1,897

From MAN

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Jul 21

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$1,911

From MAN

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Jul 12

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$1,995

From MAN

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Aug 12

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$2,022

From MAN

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Jul 13

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$2,059

From MAN

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Jul 16

Cologne, Germany

35% AI deal score

$2,215

From MAN

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Aug 06

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$1,943

From MAN

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Jul 28

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$1,972

From MAN

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Jul 13

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$1,989

From MAN

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Aug 09

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$1,989

From MAN

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Aug 10

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$1,989

From MAN

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Jul 08

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$2,021

From MAN

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Aug 06

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$2,098

From MAN

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Jul 12

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$2,112

From MAN

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Aug 06

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$2,137

From MAN

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Aug 10

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$2,142

From MAN

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Aug 09

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$2,142

From MAN

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Aug 05

Cologne, Germany

34% AI deal score

$2,228

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cologne

Historically, booking flights from Manchester to Cologne 60 or more days in advance typically offers the lowest average prices, around $294. Prices tend to increase for bookings made closer to the travel date. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out have an average price of $409. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, show an average price of $354, which is higher than booking well in advance. Planning ahead by at least two months is generally recommended for better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Manchester to Cologne is considered to be $274 or less. The median price for this route was $340. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed flights costing $410 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices around or below the $274 mark.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Cologne, with a median price of $81. March also offers competitive prices, with a median of $159. In contrast, August tends to be the most expensive month, with a median price of $241. The annual median price for this route is $340, indicating significant savings are possible by choosing to travel in the less expensive months.

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