Traveling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport take 1 hour 42 minutes. Cologne and Zagreb share the same timezone (UTC+1), meaning you won't need to change your watch after you land.
Each week, there are 5 flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you want to take off as early as possible, take the 06:10 Eurowings flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from ZAG to CGN is 21:10 with Eurowings.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Cologne (and then discovering more of Germany!) is simple with Eurowings. This popular airline offers direct flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
To see whether you need a visa to enter Germany, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from ZAG to CGN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is C$61. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$128. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flight tickets from ZAG to CGN, book your trip 10 months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Franjo Tudman Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
The journey from central Zagreb to Franjo Tudman Airport takes approximately 58 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near ZAG? If you're on an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to central Cologne takes about 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cologne in February.
When booking your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from ZAG to CGN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Cologne
Once you've locked in your flights from ZAG to CGN, you'll want to find a hotel in Cologne. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Cologne Cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge and Museum Ludwig are leading attractions which should feature on any good Cologne itinerary.
Complete your Cologne trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. After booking your cheap ticket to Cologne Bonn Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Cologne stay.
