Journey information
Overview: Vienna to Cologne flight
Flights from Vienna to Cologne depart on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €89 but you can travel from only €40 by bus.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 22:20. The fastest flight covers the 743 km distance in 1h 30m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 743 km |
Average flight duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €89 |
Flights per day 8 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
Cheapest month to travel January |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 22:20 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Vienna to Cologne
Cheapest price
€124
Average price
€509
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Flights per day
9
Distance
743 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Vienna to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Cologne will cost around €509 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €124.
Of the 9 flights that leave Vienna for Cologne onTue, Jan 13, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 13 the direct flights cover the 743 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Tue, Jan 13 the longest flights will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FR 9480
EW753
EW757
OS245
OS8913
FR 9480
EW753
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OS8913Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 743 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€223 Average price | €165 Average price | €74 Average price Cheapest |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 20m Average total duration 12h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Cologne flight times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Cologne flights for today, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 9480 | 9:20 AM Vienna International Airport | 1h30 | 10:50 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH6389+ LH1984 | 12:20 PM Vienna International Airport | 3h50 | 4:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS8917 | 7:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 1h35 | 9:00 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EW757 | 7:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 1h35 | 9:00 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, January 13 | |||||
LH6321+ LH5349 | 5:10 AM Vienna International Airport | 3h50 | 9:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS245 | 6:20 AM Vienna International Airport | 1h35 | 7:55 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
OS8913 | 8:00 AM Vienna International Airport | 1h35 | 9:35 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EW753 | 8:00 AM Vienna International Airport | 1h35 | 9:35 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH6329+ LH1978 | 8:25 AM Vienna International Airport | 3h25 | 11:50 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Vienna to Cologne Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.

Flights from Vienna to Cologne generally leave from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
Vienna International Airport is 19.4 km away from Vienna city centre and Cologne Bonn Airport is 16.1 km from Cologne city centre.
popular airports
Popular airports from Vienna to Cologne
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are available, including duty-free in Terminal 2 and fashion stores like \Heinemann Duty Free.\.
- Parking available near the terminals, approximately 4.9€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Sky Lounge in Terminal 3.
- Located in the arrivals area of Terminal 1.
- Bus: VAL 1, VAL 2, 1187
- Train: S7, Railjet
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in both terminals, including duty-free and fashion.
- Parking available near terminals, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Lufthansa Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 2, service desk.
- Bus: SB60, 161
- Train: S13, S19
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