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Cheapest return flight
£90
Typical prices: £147-£232
Jet2
Thu 29/11Tue 11/12
LGW - CGN • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£35
Typical prices: £79-£130
Jet2
Thu 29/11
LGW - CGN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Eurowings and Jet2. Average duration is 1h 20m
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Most punctual • 74% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Cologne (LGW-CGN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Cologne

Sun, 29 Nov - Fri, 11 Dec
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07:30 - 09:50LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
1h 20mdirect
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11:35 - 11:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
1h 20mdirect
£90Jet2
Sun, 13 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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07:40 - 10:00LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
1h 20mdirect
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06:00 - 16:50CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
11h 50m1 stop Puerto del Rosario Fuerteventura
£91Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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07:30 - 09:50LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
1h 20mdirect
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06:50 - 07:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
1h 20mdirect
£92Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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07:30 - 09:50LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
1h 20mdirect
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23:50 - 22:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
23h 15m1 stop Dublin
£92Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
Jet2 Logo
08:20 - 10:40LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
1h 20mdirect
Jet2 Logo
11:35 - 11:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
1h 20mdirect
£92Jet2
Sun, 13 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:40 - 10:00LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
1h 20mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 07:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
1h 20mdirect
£93Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sat, 9 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 09:50LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
1h 20mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 07:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
1h 20mdirect
£94Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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15:20 - 22:50LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
6h 30m1 stop Dublin
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05:45 - 18:45CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
14h 00m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£95Multiple Airlines
Fri, 15 Jan - Sun, 17 Jan
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19:50 - 22:10LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
1h 20mdirect
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08:35 - 08:50CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
1h 15mdirect
£97Eurowings
Sat, 14 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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07:50 - 10:10LGW  London Gatwick-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
1h 20mdirect
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08:35 - 08:50CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-LGW London Gatwick
1h 15mdirect
£97Eurowings
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne typically range from £147 to £232. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £90 on Jet2.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne at £145 return.
•October (£236) and May (£209) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne the cheapest?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£35
Beat the crowds with an average 89% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne

When to book flights from Gatwick to Cologne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Cologne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne:

    • Earliest: departs at 07:30 and lands at 08:50
    • Latest: departs at 19:50 and lands at 21:10.

    The flight takes about 1h 20m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne takes 1h 20m, covering 318 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    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 London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flight?

    Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne range from £147 to £232, with an average of £181 over the past 12 months. Anything below £147 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the £181 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £181 return, compared with £367 via a stopover through Zurich (ZRH).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    Eurowings is the only airline operating London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flights. 74% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    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.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Eurowings and easyJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne 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 £90 to £883. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £40, which is 60% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)?

    Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £36 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Flex To Go
    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London Gatwick Airport to Cologne route, 26% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 40m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne pass through?

    Most connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne pass through Zurich (ZRH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £169 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £198, a difference of £29.

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

  • Which airlines fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

    2 airlines operate flights between London Gatwick Airport and Cologne. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Eurowings
    • Jet2

  • What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Cologne?

    Cologne is 1 hour ahead of London Gatwick Airport (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cologne?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cologne are Lanxess Arena, Cologne Messe, and Heumarkt. These are among the most viewed places in Cologne on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flights?

    Among airlines operating London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flights:

    • Eurowings: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flights?

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

    • Eurowings: 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.

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Cologne flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average £169, about £29 less than Sunday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Cologne trip for February. Fares historically average £145 return in that month – typically £90 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.

    • Moxy Cologne Bonn Airport
    • Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport
    • Hotel Spiegel

Prefer to fly direct from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick Airport to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London Gatwick to Cologne Köln/Bonn

Monday

Eurowings,Jet2

Eurowings,Jet2

Tuesday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Wednesday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Thursday

Eurowings,Jet2

Eurowings,Jet2

Friday

Eurowings,Jet2

Eurowings,Jet2

Saturday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Sunday

Eurowings,Jet2

Eurowings,Jet2

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Direct returns

Cologne Köln/Bonn to London Gatwick

Monday

Eurowings,Jet2

Eurowings,Jet2

Tuesday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Wednesday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Thursday

Eurowings,Jet2

Eurowings,Jet2

Friday

Eurowings,Jet2

Eurowings,Jet2

Saturday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Sunday

Eurowings,Jet2

Eurowings,Jet2

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