Travelling from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Los Angeles. Explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when booking your flight from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
Cologne is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to CGN, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to CGN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is approximately 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
After a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Split up your flight from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and CGN include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 34 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to CGN, stay in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to the centre of Cologne takes around 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
C$361 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport. Return flights start from C$978. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Los Angeles to CGN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Getting flight tickets from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Cologne. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Schedule your flight from Los Angeles to CGN for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cologne to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Cologne
After locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cologne:
Cologne Cathedral and Hohenzollern Bridge are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Cologne itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Museum Ludwig.
Complete your Cologne trip with a car rental
Get behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Cologne and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cologne Bonn Airport.
