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Cheapest return flight
£109
Typical prices: £150-£258
Ryanair
Tue 13/11Fri 16/11
MAD - CGN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£201
Typical prices: £81-£180
Turkish Airlines
Tue 27/3
MAD - CGN • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Madrid and Cologne. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 21% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Stansted (STN)
Cheapest • Avg £139 (return)
Ibiza (IBZ)
Shortest trip • 5h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Cologne (MAD-CGN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Madrid to Cologne

Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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10:05 - 17:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
7h 20m1 stop London Stansted
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12:35 - 18:30CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
5h 55m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
£109Ryanair
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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12:25 - 22:55MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
10h 30m2 stops Pisa Gal Galilei Tirana Rinas
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12:35 - 23:45CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
11h 10m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
£115Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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21:25 - 15:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
18h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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21:00 - 18:35CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
21h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
£241British Airways
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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14:40 - 19:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
4h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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21:00 - 11:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
14h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
£265British Airways
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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14:40 - 19:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
4h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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21:00 - 11:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
14h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
£266British Airways
Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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07:25 - 12:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
5h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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18:55 - 23:35CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
4h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£288Lufthansa
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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14:40 - 19:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
4h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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15:55 - 11:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
19h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
£290British Airways
Wed, 23 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
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21:00 - 19:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
22h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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17:35 - 12:15CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
18h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£297British Airways
Mon, 12 Apr - Fri, 16 Apr
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10:05 - 21:35MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
11h 30m1 stop Zurich
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17:50 - 18:40CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
24h 50m1 stop Zurich
£330SWISS
Mon, 21 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
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13:55 - 19:35MAD  Madrid Barajas-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
5h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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17:35 - 11:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-MAD Madrid Barajas
17h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
£339British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Madrid 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 Madrid to Cologne?

Return flights from Madrid to Cologne typically range from £150 to £258. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £109 on Ryanair.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Cologne. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 51% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cologne at £147 return.
•August (£253) and November (£237) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Madrid to Cologne flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£109
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Madrid to Cologne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madrid 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 Madrid to Cologne flight questions, answered

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

  • How long is a flight from Madrid to Cologne?

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

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

    Return flights from Madrid to Cologne range from £150 to £258, with an average of £186 over the past 12 months. Anything below £150 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Madrid 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 £109 to £919. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Madrid to Cologne are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £294, which is 127% above 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 starting from around £12 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Madrid to Cologne most commonly connect through:

    • Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • London Stansted (STN) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Porto (OPO) – 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Madrid to Cologne. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £161 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £280, a difference of £120.

    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 Madrid to Cologne?

    Flying via Ibiza (IBZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 04m, compared to 5h 26m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 5h 49m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Madrid 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average £161, about £120 less than Wednesday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madrid to Cologne trip for March. Fares historically average £147 return in that month – typically £107 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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

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