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Overview: Cologne to Copenhagen flight
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Flights from Cologne to Copenhagen depart on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €168 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 21:20. The fastest flight covers the 646 km distance in 3h 25m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 646 km |
Average flight duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €168 |
Flights per day 6 |
Fastest flight 3h 25m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Cologne to Copenhagen
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€302
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€319
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 1 m
Flights on Sep 19
6
Distance
646 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cologne to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Copenhagen will cost around €319 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €302.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Copenhagen without transferring at least once.
LH1985 · LH24467:35 PM3h55Cologne Bonn Airport11:30 PMCopenhagen Airport€3021One-way1 transfer- LH1973 · LH24408:30 AM3h25Cologne Bonn Airport11:55 AMCopenhagen Airport€3021One-way1 transfer
- LH1983 · LH24466:25 PM5h05Cologne Bonn Airport11:30 PMCopenhagen Airport€3021One-way1 transfer
- LH1977+
LH40801:05 PM5h35Cologne Bonn Airport6:40 PMCopenhagen Airport€3021One-way1 transfer 
OS991+
OS89147:00 AM25h50Cologne Bonn Airport8:50 AMCopenhagen Airport€3491One-way1 transfer
- LH1973 · LH24408:30 AM3h25Cologne Bonn Airport11:55 AMCopenhagen Airport€3021One-way1 transfer
- LH1985 · LH24467:35 PM3h55Cologne Bonn Airport11:30 PMCopenhagen Airport€3021One-way1 transfer
- LH1983 · LH24466:25 PM5h05Cologne Bonn Airport11:30 PMCopenhagen Airport€3021One-way1 transfer
- LH1977+LH40801:05 PM5h35Cologne Bonn Airport6:40 PMCopenhagen Airport€3021One-way1 transfer
LX1270+LX44257:05 AM7h05Cologne Bonn Airport2:10 PMCopenhagen Airport€3581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Copenhagen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, while a flight costs an average of €326.
Distance: 646 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€326 Average price | €110 Average price | €70 Average price Cheapest | €166 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 24m Average total duration 11h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Copenhagen:
A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Copenhagen costing on average €110.
A bus is €256 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Copenhagen costing on average €326.
Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 25m.
Bus takes on average 11h 54m.
Live departures
Cologne to Copenhagen flight times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Copenhagen flights for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 LH1977+LH4080 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h35 | 6:40 PM Copenhagen Airport | 1 transfer | |
| OS8916+OS997 | 1:35 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h35 | 7:10 PM Copenhagen Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX4427+ LX1276 | 2:15 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h55 | 7:10 PM Copenhagen Airport | 1 transfer | |
| LX4429+LX1278 | 5:50 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h40 | 11:30 PM Copenhagen Airport | 1 transfer | |
| OS8918+OS989 | 6:00 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h40 | 10:40 PM Copenhagen Airport | 1 transfer | |
| OS8914+OS991 | 7:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 25h50 | 8:50 AM Copenhagen Airport | 1 transfer | |
| LX4425+LX1270 | 7:05 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 7h05 | 2:10 PM Copenhagen Airport | 1 transfer | |
| LH1973 · LH2440 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 3h25 | 11:55 AM Copenhagen Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Cologne to Copenhagen flights: An Overview
Copenhagen city has unique architecture, culture, and breathtaking tourist attraction sites. The city has several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Danes are friendly people, and most of them are English speakers. Their hospitality makes Copenhagen a top tourist destination. Travelers can move from Cologne to Copenhagen by flight. Hourly flights fly between the two cities covering a flight distance of 646 kilometers. Direct flights from Cologne to Copenhagen complete the route in just one hour 25 minutes. Indirect options can take between four and nine hours, depending on the airline and layovers made.
Which airlines fly from Cologne to Copenhagen?
Several airlines, including Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Blue Air, TAP Portugal, British Airways, Ryanair, Pegasus, and Turkish Airlines, fly between Cologne and Copenhagen. Ryanair, the low-cost Eurowings, and Lufthansa offer a majority of flights from Cologne to Copenhagen. The high number of flights on this route allows passengers to book a flight of their choice.
How long is the flight from Cologne to Copenhagen?
Ryanair offers direct flights from Cologne to Copenhagen, though not regularly, with a flight time of one hour 25 minutes. Other airlines operating on the route feature one layover. The layovers are either in Zurich, Vienna, or Munich. The fastest connecting flight takes approximately three hours and 35 minutes. Eurowings has a flight with a layover in Vienna, which takes around four hours to arrive in Copenhagen. The journey may, however, double or triple, depending on how long the stop takes.
How many flights are there from Cologne to Copenhagen?
The Cologne to Copenhagen route enjoys approximately 34 daily flights. At least two of the flights depart from Cologne every hour, making it convenient for most passengers. Ryanair operates six direct flights per week, with one flight per day each day of the week except Tuesday, usually with an afternoon departure time.
Which are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Cologne to Copenhagen?
Departure airport: Cologne Bonn Airport is the largest airport in Cologne, German’s fourth-largest city. It is the seventh busiest passenger airport and third busiest cargo airport in Germany. It is located 14.8 kilometers southeast of Cologne city center. The airport serves as a hub for the Eurowings airlines. It is served by a four-track railway with trains that connect the airport to the rail station every hour. The S-Bahn line S13 and the regional train line also link the airport to Cologne, Bonn, and other major towns nearby. Motorway A59 links the airport to the city centers of Bonn and Cologne. Also, there are local bus services that connect the airport to the city center. Some of the facilities available in the airport include long-term and short-term parking lots, eateries, pharmacies, resting lounges, WiFi, showers, banks, and ATMs.
Arrival airport: Copenhagen Airport is the largest in the Nordic Countries. The airport is located on the island of Amager, which is eight kilometers south of Copenhagen’s city center. The airport is served by several trains, metro, and bus networks. Both metro and train lines run from the airport to the city center 24/7, taking 15 minutes to complete the journey. The airport’s railway station is located under terminal three. Although taking a bus is the slowest option, it’s often the cheapest. The 5C bus operates 24/7 and takes more than 30 minutes to the Copenhagen central station. Other than using public transport, passengers can opt for taxis or car hire. Some of the facilities available in the airport include long-term and short-term parking services, eateries, ATMs, banks, showers, pharmacies, resting lounges, charging sockets, bars, and free WiFi.
FAQs: Cologne to Copenhagen Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Copenhagen by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular airports from Cologne to Copenhagen
Most Cologne to Copenhagen flights use the Cologne Bonn Airport to Copenhagen Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Copenhagen airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Which Cologne airport do flights to Copenhagen leave from?
Getting to Cologne Bonn Airport from Cologne city centre
Cologne Bonn Airport is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Cologne Bonn Airport airport facilities and services
Cologne Bonn Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cologne Bonn Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cologne Bonn Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Which Copenhagen airport do flights from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Copenhagen Airport from Copenhagen city centre
Copenhagen Airport is 3 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Copenhagen Airport airport facilities and services
Copenhagen Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in Terminal 2 and 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Copenhagen Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Copenhagen Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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