Are there direct flights from Zürich to Cologne?

Yes, direct flights are available from Zürich to Cologne. Historically, direct flights have accounted for 47% of all available options across the trailing 90 days. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates a significant portion of routes offer the convenience of non-stop travel.

What's the flight time from Zürich to Cologne?

The typical direct flight time from Zürich to Cologne is approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 392 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging around 8 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should consider whether the convenience of a direct flight, at 65 minutes, outweighs the extended duration of a connecting journey, which averages 515 minutes.

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

Yes, historically, good prices on flights from Zürich to Cologne have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent deal availability across the trailing quarter. Travelers can often find favorable pricing when planning their trips between these two cities. The route consistently offers opportunities for good value.

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Zürich to Cologne: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Cologne

The journey from Zürich to Cologne covers a distance of 392 km, classifying it as a short-haul route. For cheap flights from Zürich to Cologne, fares right now are significantly above the typical level. Prices typically range from $143–$274, with a median of $201. Only 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that current prices are higher than usual for this route. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

If you're looking for the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cologne, the data indicates that July is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $116. Following closely are October, with a median of $118, and August, with a median of $127. These months offer more budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.

When flying from Zürich to Cologne, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Approximately 47% of recent fares were for direct flights. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Zürich to Cologne, including connections, takes approximately 2h 10m. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers, providing a realistic expectation for your travel time on this route.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Cologne

Regular price: CHF 130 - CHF 335

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

The regular price range for this route is 130 CHF to 335 CHF. The current lowest deal is 106 CHF with Eurowings, for travel from Dec 28-Jan 4.

now CHF 106

Low CHF 130

High CHF 335

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cologne

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Cologne is July, with a median price of $116. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $301. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 116

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 301

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Cologne

Eurowings

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Cologne

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

SunExpress

CHF 409

CHF 227

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 414

CHF 219

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 412

CHF 225

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 324

CHF 182

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 343

CHF 188

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 340

CHF 188

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

CHF 412 → CHF 167

59%

3 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 23

CHF 367 → CHF 130

65%

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

CHF 410 → CHF 179

56%

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

CHF 367 → CHF 139

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Cologne

Zürich - Cologne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent ZRH to CGN fares are above the typical level, with 10% of recent fares considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July, August, or October for best prices

Historically, the cheapest ZRH to CGN flights are in July ($116), October ($118), and August ($127).

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 10m

The median flight time from ZRH to CGN is 2h 10m. 47% of recent flights were direct.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent on this short-haul route

Deals appear frequently on this short-haul route. Consider booking connecting flights for more options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Eurowings offers direct flights

Eurowings offers direct flights from ZRH to CGN. Consider this airline for non-stop travel.

🎯 Booking tip

Book a deal for $106

A recent deal from ZRH to CGN was found for $106 on Eurowings via kiwi, departing December 28.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient option for flights from Zürich to Cologne.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 111

Cologne main airports to arrive at

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 111

Airports nearby Cologne used as alternative

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)

Cheapest

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) is a primary alternative due to its extreme proximity and shared regional infrastructure.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 109

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Dec 10

Cologne, Germany

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$770

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Cologne, Germany

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$752

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Cologne, Germany

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Cologne, Germany

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cologne

Historically, booking your flight 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices for the Zürich to Cologne route. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $134 for bookings made in this window. In contrast, booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $269. Planning ahead by at least 28-59 days can still offer significant savings, with average prices around $163.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Cologne is considered to be $143 or less. The median price for this route was $201. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $274 or less. Aiming for prices at or below the $143 threshold can help secure a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Zürich to Cologne include July and October. In July, the median price was $116, while October saw a median price of $118. August also offered relatively low prices, with a median of $127. These months typically offer prices well below the annual median of $201, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Zürich to Cologne: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Cologne

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Cologne

Regular price: CHF 130 - CHF 335

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

The regular price range for this route is 130 CHF to 335 CHF. The current lowest deal is 106 CHF with Eurowings, for travel from Dec 28-Jan 4.

now CHF 106

Low CHF 130

High CHF 335

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cologne

July

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 116

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 301

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Cologne

Eurowings

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Cologne

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

SunExpress

CHF 409

CHF 227

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 414

CHF 219

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 412

CHF 225

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 324

CHF 182

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 343

CHF 188

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cologne

Zürich (ZRH) - Cologne (CGN)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 340

CHF 188

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

CHF 412 → CHF 167

59%

3 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 23

CHF 367 → CHF 130

65%

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

CHF 410 → CHF 179

56%

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

CHF 367 → CHF 139

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Cologne

Zürich - Cologne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent ZRH to CGN fares are above the typical level, with 10% of recent fares considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July, August, or October for best prices

Historically, the cheapest ZRH to CGN flights are in July ($116), October ($118), and August ($127).

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 10m

The median flight time from ZRH to CGN is 2h 10m. 47% of recent flights were direct.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent on this short-haul route

Deals appear frequently on this short-haul route. Consider booking connecting flights for more options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Eurowings offers direct flights

Eurowings offers direct flights from ZRH to CGN. Consider this airline for non-stop travel.

🎯 Booking tip

Book a deal for $106

A recent deal from ZRH to CGN was found for $106 on Eurowings via kiwi, departing December 28.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient option for flights from Zürich to Cologne.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 111

Cologne main airports to arrive at

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 111

Airports nearby Cologne used as alternative

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)

Cheapest

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) is a primary alternative due to its extreme proximity and shared regional infrastructure.

Cologne, Germany

48% AI deal score

$734

$669

Save $65

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cologne

Cheap Flights from Zürich to Cologne

Today’s best flight deals from Zürich to Cologne

Zürich to Cologne: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Cologne

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Cologne

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cologne

Direct flights from Zürich to Cologne

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Cologne

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Cologne

Zürich - Cologne route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in July, August, or October for best prices

Direct flights take 2h 10m

Deals are frequent on this short-haul route

Eurowings offers direct flights

Book a deal for $106

Zürich 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cologne

How early should I book Zürich to Cologne flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Zürich to Cologne?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Zürich to Cologne?

Are there direct flights from Zürich to Cologne?

What's the flight time from Zürich to Cologne?

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

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How much is a round trip from Zürich to Cologne

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cologne

Direct flights from Zürich to Cologne

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Cologne

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Cologne

Zürich - Cologne route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in July, August, or October for best prices

Direct flights take 2h 10m

Deals are frequent on this short-haul route

Eurowings offers direct flights

Book a deal for $106

Zürich 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

Oct 27

Nov 14

Oct 05

Dec 10

Sep 30

Oct 05

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Oct 12

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Sep 29

Oct 13

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cologne

How early should I book Zürich to Cologne flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Zürich to Cologne?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Zürich to Cologne?