What percentage of Cologne to London flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, 21.2% of flights from Cologne to London were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a notable portion of routes involve at least one connection between the two cities.

What's the flight time from Cologne to London?

The typical direct flight from Cologne to London has a median duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median flight time is considerably longer, averaging 9 hours and 35 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 492 kilometers, making direct flights a much quicker option for travelers.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Cologne to London?

Historically, good prices on flights from Cologne to London have been frequent. This route is consistently observed to offer competitive pricing. Travelers can often find favorable deals when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Cologne to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Cologne to London

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Cologne to London, the data indicates that October is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $99. Other budget-friendly options include January, with a median fare of $111, and April, where the median fare is $121. Planning your trip around these months could lead to significant savings.

Fares for flights from Cologne to London typically range from $154 to $314, with a median of $228. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 14% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that while deals are available, they represent a smaller portion of the overall market. New deals appear almost daily, so consistent monitoring can be beneficial.

When flying from Cologne to London, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 21.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical journey involves 1 stopover. This means you should generally expect at least one connection on your trip.

A typical journey from Cologne to London takes approximately 9h 5m, including connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time, accounting for any layovers between flights. Given the prevalence of connecting itineraries, this median time is a useful benchmark for planning your trip.

The distance between Cologne and London is 492 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This short distance contributes to the overall travel time and flight characteristics for this route.

How much is a round trip from Cologne to London

Regular price: €105 - €268

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

The regular price range for flights from Cologne to London is 105 EUR to 268 EUR. The current lowest deal is 34 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 1-Oct 6.

now 34 €

Low 105 €

High 268 €

The cheapest time to fly from Cologne to London

The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to London is October, with a median price of $99. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $287. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

October

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Flights from 99 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 287 €

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Direct flights from Cologne to London

Eurowings

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Cologne to London

Tue, Aug 11

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CGN - London

Cologne (CGN) - London (LTN)

Eurowings

419 €

211 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CGN - London

Cologne (CGN) - London (LTN)

Eurowings

421 €

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Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CGN - London

Cologne (CGN) - London (LTN)

Eurowings

405 €

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CGN - London

Cologne (CGN) - London (LHR)

233 €

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CGN - London

Cologne (CGN) - London (LHR)

307 €

158 €

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Tue, Sep 1

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CGN - London

Cologne (CGN) - London (STN)

120 €

37 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 29 - Oct 2

316 € → 44 €

86%

5 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 9

382 € → 113 €

71%

4 nights

Sep 29 - Oct 3

316 € → 62 €

81%

9 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 14

335 € → 84 €

75%

Popular Airports to fly from Cologne to London

Cologne - London route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cologne to London are above the typical level at $228.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to London, with a median price of $99.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 9h 5m

Flights from Cologne to London typically take 9h 5m, with one stopover when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals on connecting flights

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers deals from $34

Ryanair recently offered a deal for $34 from Cologne Bonn Airport to London Stansted.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider flying in October for better prices

Historically, October offers the lowest median prices for flights from Cologne to London.

Cologne main airports to depart from

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

Cologne Bonn Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to London.

📍 ~25 km from Cologne city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$39

London main airports to arrive at

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted is a good option for flights from Cologne to London, offering budget-friendly fares.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$39

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Birmingham (BHX)

Birmingham Airport offers a wide variety of short and long-haul destinations, useful when London airports are congested.

📍 ~160 km from London (reachable by direct train)

💸 Flights from ~€120

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Cologne to London are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $202. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $224, while booking 7-13 days out results in an average of $248. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made further out, reaching an average of $318 for 28-59 days prior and $401 for 60+ days in advance.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Cologne to London was considered to be $154 or less. The median price for this route was $228, with 75% of prices observed at $314 or less. This threshold is based on an analysis of prices over a 90-day period, indicating that prices at or below $154 are historically competitive.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cologne to London include October, with a median price of $99, and January, with a median price of $111. April also offered competitive prices, with a median of $121. The annual median price for this route was $228, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

Cologne to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Cologne to London

How much is a round trip from Cologne to London

Regular price: €105 - €268

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

The regular price range for flights from Cologne to London is 105 EUR to 268 EUR. The current lowest deal is 34 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 1-Oct 6.

now 34 €

Low 105 €

High 268 €

The cheapest time to fly from Cologne to London

October

Cheapest

Flights from 99 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 287 €

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