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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Zagreb flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Cologne to Zagreb: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Zagreb below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zagreb.

Cologne to Zagreb: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found89 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineEurowings
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Zagreb: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Zagreb is 89 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Zagreb.
Eurowings, Eurowings Europe (Malta) and Smart Wings fly direct from Cologne to Zagreb.
As of April 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Cologne to Zagreb.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Zagreb is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Zagreb Airport on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zagreb but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zagreb is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Eurowings offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zagreb.

Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Zagreb's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Cologne.

  • Flights from CGN to ZAG start at 06:10 — the earliest with Eurowings. The last departure is at 18:55 with Eurowings. In total, you can choose from 15 weekly Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your CGN to ZAG flight.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Flying into Zagreb (and then discovering more of Croatia!) is easy with Eurowings. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Eurowings on this route.

  • Eurowings ranks as the leading on-time carrier for CGN to ZAG flights, with 90.0% of services landing as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between CGN and ZAG:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • Currently, 36 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 89 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CGN to ZAG, book your trip six months before your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CGN to ZAG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • 74.45% of flights departing from Cologne Bonn Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To reach Cologne Bonn Airport from central Cologne, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CGN:

Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb

  • Franjo Tudman Airport to central Zagreb has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Zagreb in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport for August if you want to visit Zagreb during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CGN to ZAG sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Croatia

  • Split is just one of the many cities in Croatia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in Croatia, consider Rijeka, about 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb. Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo are highlights.

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