Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes. Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, making Cologne 1 hour behind Athens.
For the earliest departure, hop on the 05:45 flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you prefer to go later, the latest flight is at 21:35. With 4 flights each week from ATH to CGN, you can pick the one that best suits you.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Eurowings is your ticket to exploring Cologne (and perhaps some other great corners of Germany!). Look through the direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport offered by this carrier.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the top stopovers between ATH and CGN:
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
Vienna International Airport
Thessaloniki International Airport
Before organizing your cheap ticket from ATH to CGN, check if you need a visa to enter Germany. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're traveling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is C$58. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$153. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap flight tickets from ATH to CGN by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Traveling from central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport takes about 59 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 37 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Got an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to ATH:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Consider booking a hotel near CGN if you're catching a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to the center of Cologne is about 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you want to explore Cologne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from ATH to CGN in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Cologne
After booking your flights from ATH to CGN, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Cologne. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Cologne Cathedral and Hohenzollern Bridge are just two of the major attractions to add to your Cologne must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Museum Ludwig.
Complete your Cologne trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cologne Bonn Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Cologne getaway.