Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Madrid and Cologne are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
To ensure you catch your MAD to CGN flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MAD and CGN include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight is C$93. A round-trip fare right now is C$191. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to CGN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from MAD to CGN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Consider booking a hotel close to CGN if you're taking a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and explore Cologne and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
From Cologne Bonn Airport, Cologne is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cologne. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you want to explore Cologne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to CGN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Cologne, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Journey around 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No trip is complete without dropping by Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.