Which airports can I use when flying from Cologne to Madrid?

Flights from Cologne to Madrid usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cologne to Madrid?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Cologne to Madrid.

Which airports do connecting flights from Cologne to Madrid pass through?

One-stop flights from Cologne to Madrid most commonly connect through: • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 62% of one-stop connections • Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 17% of one-stop connections • London Stansted (STN) – 13% of one-stop connections • Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) – 2% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cologne to Madrid?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Cologne to Madrid. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £196 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £229, a difference of £33. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Madrid?

Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Spain Building, Puerta del Sol, and Estado Santiago Bernabéu. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute Cologne to Madrid flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the £203 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Cologne to Madrid?

A direct flight from Cologne to Madrid takes 00m, covering 882 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cologne to Madrid?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Cologne to Madrid changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £270 to £949. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cologne to Madrid looking right now?

One-way fares from Cologne to Madrid are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £68, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cologne to Madrid?

Flying via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h, compared to 5h 18m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 5h 39m via Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ).

How much should I expect to pay for a Cologne to Madrid flight?

Return flights from Cologne to Madrid range from £156 to £251, with an average of £203 over the past 12 months. Anything below £156 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Cologne to Madrid?

Return flights from Cologne to Madrid typically range from £156 to £251. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £270 on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Madrid?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Madrid. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Madrid?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Madrid at £175 return. •December (£258) and September (£246) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cologne to Madrid the cheapest?

Flights from Cologne to Madrid are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cologne to Madrid?

British Airways (£270) and Lufthansa (£296) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cologne to Madrid according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cologne to Madrid?

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) is the most popular stopover for the Cologne to Madrid route. 62% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via MUC.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cologne to Madrid?

Flights via Manchester (MAN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £112. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cologne to Madrid, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) had the shortest average connection time for Cologne to Madrid stopovers at 3h 18m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, 23 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

21:00 - 22:10CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

25h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

14:00 - 14:20MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

£270British Airways

Wed, 6 Jan - Mon, 11 Jan

17:40 - 23:35CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

5h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

07:25 - 12:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

5h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£296Lufthansa

Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

21:00 - 22:10CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

25h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

18:10 - 19:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

25h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

£320British Airways

Mon, 21 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

21:00 - 20:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

23h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

20:40 - 19:35MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

22h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

£357British Airways

Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec

21:00 - 18:30CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

21h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

13:55 - 19:35MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

5h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

£362British Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

21:00 - 11:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

17:20 - 19:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

26h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

£387British Airways

Tue, 22 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

17:40 - 23:35CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

5h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

10:05 - 22:05MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

12h 00m1 stop Zurich

£429Multiple Airlines

Sun, 13 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan

19:15 - 09:20CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 05m1 stop Zurich

19:30 - 21:15MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

25h 45m1 stop Zurich

£435SWISS

Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

21:00 - 22:10CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

25h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

15:50 - 19:35MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

27h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

£436British Airways

Wed, 6 Jan - Sun, 10 Jan

18:30 - 09:20CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 50m1 stop Zurich

19:30 - 21:15MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

25h 45m1 stop Zurich

£439SWISS

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15:15 - 14:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

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14:55 - 01:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

34h 30m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Antalya

£776Pegasus Airlines

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01:05 - 11:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

34h 35m2 stops Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

12:40 - 14:05MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

25h 25m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

£783Pegasus Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

00:55 - 11:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

10h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

14:05 - 10:00MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

19h 55m2 stops Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

£812Pegasus Airlines

Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

02:30 - 11:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

33h 10m2 stops Antalya Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

14:55 - 01:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

34h 30m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Antalya

£815Pegasus Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

20:15 - 11:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 25m2 stops Kayseri Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

12:40 - 23:35MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

10h 55m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

£828Pegasus Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

23:35 - 13:15CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

13h 40m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt

12:40 - 01:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

12h 45m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Antalya

£830Pegasus Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

20:15 - 11:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 25m2 stops Kayseri Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

12:40 - 01:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

12h 45m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Antalya

£831Pegasus Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

11:00 - 11:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

24h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

14:05 - 14:05MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 00m2 stops Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

£835Pegasus Airlines

Fri, 30 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

01:05 - 11:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

34h 35m2 stops Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

14:05 - 23:35MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

33h 30m2 stops Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

£853Pegasus Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

15:15 - 11:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas

20h 25m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

14:05 - 19:15MAD Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

29h 10m2 stops Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

£853Pegasus Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Cologne to Madrid? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cologne to Madrid departing in November.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Madrid?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Madrid. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Madrid? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Cologne to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •November is the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Madrid at £175 return.
•December (£258) and September (£246) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Cologne to Madrid the cheapest?: Flights from Cologne to Madrid are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cologne to Madrid?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cologne to Madrid.
How long is a flight from Cologne to Madrid?
A direct flight from Cologne to Madrid takes 00m, covering 882 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cologne to Madrid?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Cologne to Madrid flight?
Return flights from Cologne to Madrid range from £156 to £251, with an average of £203 over the past 12 months. Anything below £156 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Cologne to Madrid flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the £203 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from Cologne to Madrid changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £270 to £949. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cologne to Madrid looking right now?
One-way fares from Cologne to Madrid are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £68, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Cologne to Madrid?
Flights from Cologne to Madrid usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cologne to Madrid pass through?
One-stop flights from Cologne to Madrid most commonly connect through:

• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 62% of one-stop connections
• Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 17% of one-stop connections
• London Stansted (STN) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) – 2% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cologne to Madrid?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Cologne to Madrid. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £196 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £229, a difference of £33.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cologne to Madrid?
Flying via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h, compared to 5h 18m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 5h 39m via Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ).
What popular places can I visit in Madrid?
Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Spain Building, Puerta del Sol, and Estado Santiago Bernabéu. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average £196, about £33 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cologne to Madrid trip for November. Fares historically average £175 return in that month – typically £83 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Madrid Barajas Airport.

• Senator Barajas Hotel
• Hotel Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto, Affiliated by Meliá
• Sercotel Madrid Aeropuerto

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