Are direct flights from Lisbon to Cologne always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can sometimes be considerably cheaper. Evaluate whether the time saved on a direct flight is worth the potential extra cost for your travel plans.

Can flexible travel dates help on Lisbon to Cologne flights?

Yes, having flexible travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or the specific season. Shifting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Lisbon to Cologne flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2027-02-11 – 2027-02-23
LIS - Cologne
78% AI deal score
126 €
74 €
Round trip
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Lisbon to Cologne: Overview

Insights for flights from Lisbon to Cologne

Flights from Lisbon to Cologne cover a distance of 1851 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Lisbon to Cologne, fares typically range from $115 to $435, with a median price of $298. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Lisbon to Cologne, you'll find that December stands out with a median fare of just $115. Other cost-effective months include October, where the median fare is $123, and April, with a median fare of $139. Planning your trip during these months can lead to more favorable prices.

For this route, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, with 42.9% of recent fares being direct flights from Lisbon to Cologne. For the remaining itineraries, most involve 2 stopovers. New deals for this route are infrequent — a price alert helps to stay informed about fare changes.

A typical journey from Lisbon to Cologne takes approximately 3h 0m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 3h 0m. However, if your itinerary includes connections, the median journey time extends to 13h 10m.

How much is a round trip from Lisbon to Cologne

Regular price: €100 - €425

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

The regular price range for flights from Lisbon to Cologne is 100 EUR to 425 EUR. The current lowest deal is 73 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Feb 11-Feb 24.

now 73 €

Low 100 €

High 425 €

The cheapest time to fly from Lisbon to Cologne

The cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Cologne is December, with a median price of 115 USD. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of 740 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from 115 €

September

Most Expensive

Flights from 740 €

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lisbon to Cologne

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Lisbon to Cologne

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

221 €

127 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

208 €

108 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

188 €

107 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

207 €

110 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

207 €

115 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

204 €

116 €

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 12

232 € → 85 €

63%

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

229 € → 98 €

57%

5 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 17

203 € → 83 €

59%

2 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 5

234 € → 115 €

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Lisbon to Cologne

Lisbon - Cologne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Lisbon to Cologne are below the typical level, with deals around $73.

📅 Best time to fly

December, October, and April offer the lowest median prices

Historically, December ($115), October ($123), and April ($139) have had the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 0m; connecting flights average 13h 10m

Direct flights from Lisbon to Cologne typically last 3h 0m, while connecting flights average 13h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

42.9% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 42.9% of flights on this route have been direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights on this route

Ryanair is a direct airline option for flights from Lisbon to Cologne.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals on this route are rare

Deals for flights from Lisbon to Cologne are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Lisbon main airports to depart from

Lisbon Portela (LIS)

Cheapest

Lisbon Portela Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Cologne, offering direct routes.

📍 ~6 km from Lisbon city center (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~€75

Cologne main airports to arrive at

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~€75

Airports nearby Cologne used as alternative

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)

Düsseldorf International Airport is an excellent alternative due to its close proximity and extensive long-haul options.

📍 ~40 km from Cologne (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€76

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 LIS

Elite

Nov 09

Cologne, Germany

78% AI deal score

$1,027

$767

Save $260

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Nov 27

Cologne, Germany

71% AI deal score

$1,042

$885

Save $157

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 06

Cologne, Germany

71% AI deal score

$1,100

$919

Save $181

Austrian Airlines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Oct 13

Cologne, Germany

70% AI deal score

$1,250

$1,108

Save $142

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Oct 12

Cologne, Germany

69% AI deal score

$1,231

$1,108

Save $123

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Oct 12

Cologne, Germany

69% AI deal score

$1,186

$1,108

Save $78

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Oct 08

Cologne, Germany

67% AI deal score

$1,245

$1,229

Save $16

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 24

Cologne, Germany

47% AI deal score

$1,488

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 13

Cologne, Germany

45% AI deal score

$1,577

TAP Portugal, +1

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 12

Cologne, Germany

45% AI deal score

$1,606

TAP Portugal, +1

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 09

Cologne, Germany

45% AI deal score

$1,632

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 10

Cologne, Germany

45% AI deal score

$1,632

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

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 platforms can often reveal better deals. Also, looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week departures or arrivals can also sometimes be more economical.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options. While it might add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

Lisbon to Cologne: Overview

Insights for flights from Lisbon to Cologne

How much is a round trip from Lisbon to Cologne

Regular price: €100 - €425

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

The regular price range for flights from Lisbon to Cologne is 100 EUR to 425 EUR. The current lowest deal is 73 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Feb 11-Feb 24.

now 73 €

Low 100 €

High 425 €

The cheapest time to fly from Lisbon to Cologne

December

Cheapest

Flights from 115 €

September

Most Expensive

Flights from 740 €

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lisbon to Cologne

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Lisbon to Cologne

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

221 €

127 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

208 €

108 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

188 €

107 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

207 €

110 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

207 €

115 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LIS - Cologne

Lisbon (LIS) - Cologne (CGN)

Ryanair

204 €

116 €

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 12

232 € → 85 €

63%

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

229 € → 98 €

57%

5 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 17

203 € → 83 €

59%

2 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 5

234 € → 115 €

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Lisbon to Cologne

Lisbon - Cologne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Lisbon to Cologne are below the typical level, with deals around $73.

📅 Best time to fly

December, October, and April offer the lowest median prices

Historically, December ($115), October ($123), and April ($139) have had the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 0m; connecting flights average 13h 10m

Direct flights from Lisbon to Cologne typically last 3h 0m, while connecting flights average 13h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

42.9% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 42.9% of flights on this route have been direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights on this route

Ryanair is a direct airline option for flights from Lisbon to Cologne.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals on this route are rare

Deals for flights from Lisbon to Cologne are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Lisbon main airports to depart from

Lisbon Portela (LIS)

Cheapest

Lisbon Portela Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Cologne, offering direct routes.

📍 ~6 km from Lisbon city center (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~€75

Cologne main airports to arrive at

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~€75

Airports nearby Cologne used as alternative

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)

Düsseldorf International Airport is an excellent alternative due to its close proximity and extensive long-haul options.

Cologne, Germany

47% AI deal score

$1,488

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 13

Cologne, Germany

45% AI deal score

$1,577

TAP Portugal, +1

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 12

Cologne, Germany

45% AI deal score

$1,606

TAP Portugal, +1

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 09

Cologne, Germany

45% AI deal score

$1,632

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From LIS

Elite

Dec 10

Cologne, Germany

45% AI deal score

$1,632

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cologne

Cheap Flights from Lisbon to Cologne

Today’s best flight deals from Lisbon to Cologne

Lisbon to Cologne: Overview

Insights for flights from Lisbon to Cologne

How much is a round trip from Lisbon to Cologne

The cheapest time to fly from Lisbon to Cologne

Direct flights from Lisbon to Cologne

Last-minute flights going from Lisbon to Cologne

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lisbon to Cologne

Lisbon - Cologne route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December, October, and April offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights take 3h 0m; connecting flights average 13h 10m

42.9% of recent flights are direct

Ryanair offers direct flights on this route

Deals on this route are rare

Lisbon main airports to depart from

Cologne main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cologne used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cologne

Best Elite deals to Cologne

Nov 09

Nov 27

Dec 06

Oct 13

Oct 12

Oct 12

Oct 08

Dec 24

Dec 13

Dec 12

Dec 09

Dec 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cologne

How can I find cheap flights from Lisbon to Cologne?

When should I book flights from Lisbon to Cologne?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Lisbon to Cologne?

Are direct flights from Lisbon to Cologne always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Lisbon to Cologne flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Lisbon to Cologne flights?

Related routes

More routes from Lisbon

Flights to Cologne from other cities

Lisbon to Cologne: Overview

Insights for flights from Lisbon to Cologne

How much is a round trip from Lisbon to Cologne

The cheapest time to fly from Lisbon to Cologne

Direct flights from Lisbon to Cologne

Last-minute flights going from Lisbon to Cologne

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lisbon to Cologne

Lisbon - Cologne route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December, October, and April offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights take 3h 0m; connecting flights average 13h 10m

42.9% of recent flights are direct

Ryanair offers direct flights on this route

Deals on this route are rare

Lisbon main airports to depart from

Cologne main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cologne used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cologne

Best Elite deals to Cologne

Nov 09

Nov 27

Dec 06

Oct 13

Oct 12

Oct 12

Oct 08

Dec 24

Dec 13

Dec 12

Dec 09

Dec 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cologne

How can I find cheap flights from Lisbon to Cologne?

When should I book flights from Lisbon to Cologne?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Lisbon to Cologne?