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Overview: Paris to Cologne flight
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Take a flight from Paris to Cologne and enjoy the approximately 403 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest flight runs at 06:05, the last at 20:50.
Distance 403 km |
Average flight duration 1h 20m |
First flight 06:05 |
Last flight 20:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Paris to Cologne
Cheapest price
€587
Average price
€717
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 40 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 €717 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €587.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Cologne without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. 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 €23, and a train costs an average of €69.
Distance: 403 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€150 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Airlines: Lufthansa from Paris to CologneFind the best flights between Paris to Cologne with Omio's travel partners Lufthansa from €23. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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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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