Flying from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, making Cologne one hour ahead of Leeds.
Your LBA to CGN flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LBA and CGN:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
71 € is the lowest price for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. A return flight starts from 147 €. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LBA to CGN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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Handy information about Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
68.63% of flights that depart Leeds Bradford International Airport land at their destination on time.
Leeds Bradford International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Leeds. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LBA? If you're boarding an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're getting in on a late Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CGN:
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Cologne. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Cologne in January.
The warmest month in Cologne is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LBA to CGN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cologne. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.