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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cologne to Manchester:

• Earliest: departs at 00:25 and lands at 02:00
• Latest: departs at 23:50 and lands at 01:25.

The flight takes about 1h 35m.

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

A direct flight from Cologne to Manchester takes 1h 35m, covering 434 miles.

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.

Return flights from Cologne to Manchester range from £66 to £146, with an average of £100 over the past 12 months. Anything below £66 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 61% above the £100 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £98 return, compared with £172 via a stopover through Dublin (DUB).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £16–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Cologne to Manchester flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Cologne to Manchester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £21, which is 70% below the typical average for this route.

Manchester Airport (MAN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £6 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• DRIVALIA
• Ace
• Alamo

Flights from Cologne to Manchester usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Manchester (MAN).

Connecting flights from Cologne to Manchester most commonly pass through:

• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 67% of one-stop connections
• Dublin (DUB) – 33% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Cologne to Manchester. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £80 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £122, a difference of £42.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Cologne and Manchester. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Ryanair
• Jet2
• Ryanair

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 30m, compared to 8h 05m via Dublin (DUB).

Manchester is 1 hour behind Cologne (British Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Manchester are Etihad Stadium, Heaton Park, and Manchester Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Manchester on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Cologne to Manchester flights:

• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Jet2: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.