Travelling from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Cologne is one hour ahead of Nottingham and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your EMA to CGN flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from East Midlands Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between EMA and CGN:
Ireland West Airport Knock
Vienna International Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
C$101 is currently the lowest price for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Return flights start at C$218. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from EMA to CGN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from East Midlands Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from EMA to CGN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from East Midlands Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Of the flights that depart from East Midlands Airport, 75.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach East Midlands Airport from central Nottingham, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near EMA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Reserve a hotel close to CGN if you have a late East Midlands Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and explore Cologne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to the centre of Cologne has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The quietest month for a flight from East Midlands Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Cologne is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from East Midlands Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from EMA to CGN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Cologne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north-east of Cologne, a trip to Berlin will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.