Traveling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport take 1 hour 26 minutes. Cologne and Milan share the same timezone (UTC+1), meaning you won't have to change your watch after you arrive.
Each week, there are 12 flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you want to get going as early as possible, opt for the 06:20 Eurowings flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from MXP to CGN is 21:15 with Eurowings.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Eurowings is your ticket to exploring Cologne (and perhaps some other great corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you want to break up your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the MXP - CGN route are:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
Vienna International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from MXP to CGN, check if you need a visa to enter Germany. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is C$60. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$115. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from MXP to CGN.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 53 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near MXP. Whether you have an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CGN:
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the center of Cologne. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cologne in February.
Book your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you'd like to explore Cologne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from MXP to CGN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cologne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Cologne right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from MXP to CGN:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Cologne Cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge and Museum Ludwig are essential stops on your Cologne itinerary.
Complete your Cologne trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Cologne Bonn Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cologne.
