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Overview: Paris to Cologne flight
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Flights from Paris to Cologne depart on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €148 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 21:50. The fastest flight covers the 403 km distance in 3h 10m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 403 km |
Average flight duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €148 |
Flights per day 4 |
Fastest flight 3h 10m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Paris to Cologne
Cheapest price
€658
Average price
€745
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Paris to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Cologne will cost around €745 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €658.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Cologne without transferring at least once.
OS364 · OS2493:55 PM4h10Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport8:05 PMCologne Bonn Airport€6581One-way1 transfer
LX4426+
LX6393:00 PM4h10Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport7:10 PMCologne Bonn Airport€8331One-way1 transfer
- OS364 · OS2493:55 PM4h10Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport8:05 PMCologne Bonn Airport€6581One-way1 transfer
- LX4426+LX6393:00 PM4h10Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport7:10 PMCologne Bonn Airport€8331One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 403 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€535 Average price | €156 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Cologne flight times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Cologne flights for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 LH4195+ LH1982 | 2:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h25 | 5:40 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
| LH4195+LH1984 | 2:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h40 | 6:55 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
 LX645+LX4426 | 7:40 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 23h30 | 7:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
| OS368+OS8917 | 8:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 25h30 | 9:45 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
| OS368 · OS249 | 8:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 23h50 | 8:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer |
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Why book with Omio vs Austrian Airlines?
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Flights from Paris to Cologne
There are frequent indirect flights from Paris to Cologne every day of the week. Flights are most frequent during the week and on Saturdays and flight times tend to range from 3 hours and 5 minutes to 6 hours long. Flights are operated by national carriers Swiss Air, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, as well as budget operator Eurowings, and the fastest flights tend to be offered by Swiss Air and Lufthansa.
Which airlines fly from Paris to Cologne?
National carriers Swiss Air, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, as well as budget operator Eurowings all fly along this route. Swiss Air and Lufthansa usually offer the fastest few flights of the day.
How long is the flight from Paris to Cologne?
The flight takes between 3 hours and 5 minutes and 6 hours. All flights along this route are indirect, but the majority of flights within this range of travel times stopover once on the way to Cologne. The airline with the fastest flight is usually Lufthansa or Swiss Airways but this varies throughout the week. The fastest travel time available each day ranges from 3 hours and 5 minutes to 3 hours and 20 minutes.
How many flights are there from Paris to Cologne?
There are between 8 and 10 indirect flights along this route each day that offer a travel time of within 3 hours and 5 minutes to 6 hours. Sunday has the least frequent flights, whereas during the week passengers have a wider range of choice when planning their departure.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Paris to Cologne?
Departure airport: Flights depart Paris from either Charles de Gaulle Airport or Paris Orly Airport. Charles de Gaulle is a 35-minute ride away from central Paris on the RER B Metro line, which takes passengers right into the Airport's Terminal 2 station. The airport offers a wide range of shops, restaurants and bars for passengers' pleasure. Paris Orly connects to the RER B Metro Line via a ride on the OrlyVal train, and it takes roughly 45 minutes to reach Paris' city center.
Arrival airport: Cologne Bonn Airport is 9 miles away from central Cologne, which takes around 20 minutes on the city's metro system. Bonn has free WiFi, and many shops and restaurants.
FAQs: Paris to Cologne Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular airports from Paris to Cologne
Most Paris to Cologne flights use the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Cologne airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Which Paris airport do flights to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport from Paris city centre
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 4 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport airport facilities and services
Paris Charles de Gaulle 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; premium high-speed access is also offered. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Which Cologne airport do flights from Paris arrive at?
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.
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