Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne

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Cheapest round-trip flights $418
SunExpress 1 stop 19 hr Fri, Nov 28 — Mon, Dec 1
The cheapest round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is currently $418
Cheapest one-way flight $232
SunExpress 1 stop 23 hr Tue, Dec 2
The cheapest one-way flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is currently $232
Last-minute weekend getaway $495
Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa 2 stops 9 hr Sat, Oct 25 — Mon, Oct 27
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is currently $495
Cheapest business class flights $832
British Airways 1 stop 9 hr Thu, Nov 13 — Mon, Nov 17
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is currently $832
Fastest flight 2 hr 55 min The fastest flight with stops from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne takes 2 hr 55 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is typically December. The most expensive month to fly is typically October.
December
Cheapest
Typical prices: $330–520
October
Most expensive
Typical prices: $430–630

Popular airlines from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne

  • Lufthansa
    from $627
    Typical price: $380–3,300
    224 weekly connecting flights
    FRA - CGN Every day
  • Austrian
    from $5,160
    Typical price: $5,100–5,500
    45 weekly connecting flights
    FRA - CGN Every day
  • SunExpress
    from $418
    Typical price: $530–850
    37 weekly connecting flights
    FRA - CGN Every day
  • AJet
    21 weekly connecting flights
    FRA - CGN Every day
  • Pegasus
    21 weekly connecting flights
    FRA - CGN Every day
  • Turkish Airlines
    21 weekly connecting flights
    FRA - CGN Every day

Popular airports near Frankfurt am Main

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
    Frankfurt am Main Germany 28 min 7 mi
  • Hahn Airport (HHN)
    Frankfurt am Main Germany 1 hr 31 min 64 mi
  • Duesseldorf Airport (DUS)
    Düsseldorf Germany 2 hr 41 min 116 mi
  • Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Cologne Germany 2 hr 5 min 85 mi

Popular airports near Cologne

  • Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Cologne Germany 24 min 9 mi
  • Duesseldorf Airport (DUS)
    Düsseldorf Germany 56 min 25 mi
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
    Frankfurt am Main Germany 2 hr 7 min 94 mi
  • Dortmund Airport (DTM)
    Dortmund Germany 1 hr 19 min 48 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne

When are the cheapest days to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne are usually in December. Typical ticket prices in December range from $330 to $520.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne recently found on Google Flights was with SunExpress from $418. The cheapest one-way flight was with SunExpress from $232.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is $627, flying from Oct 18 to Oct 20.
  • The cheapest Austrian flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is $5,160, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 9.
  • The cheapest SunExpress flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is $418, flying from Nov 28 to Dec 1.
What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne starts at $418 from Fri, Nov 28 to Mon, Dec 1. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $232 and departs on Tue, Dec 2.
How long does it take to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
2 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne.
When should you fly to Cologne, Germany?
Travelers visiting Cologne in the summer (Jun–Aug) will find warm weather. Other common times to visit are during Street Carnival (week before Ash Wednesday), which features colorful parades and masquerade shows, and Nov–Dec, when festive, open-air Christmas markets are set up around the city. Nov–Mar is cold.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne.

In terms of flights, Lufthansa is the most popular. Lufthansa offers 224 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .

Other popular airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne are:
  • Austrian offers 45 connecting flights per week. Austrian flies from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
  • SunExpress offers 37 connecting flights per week. SunExpress flies from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
  • AJet offers 21 connecting flights per week. AJet flies from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
  • Pegasus offers 21 connecting flights per week. Pegasus flies from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
  • Turkish Airlines offers 21 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne recently found on Google Flights was with SunExpress from $418. The cheapest one-way flight was with SunExpress from $232.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is $627, flying from Oct 18 to Oct 20.
  • The cheapest Austrian flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is $5,160, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 9.
  • The cheapest SunExpress flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is $418, flying from Nov 28 to Dec 1.
Which airlines have direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
No airline flies direct from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne.
  • There are 224 Lufthansa connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 45 Austrian connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 37 SunExpress connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 AJet connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Pegasus connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne at price $495 is offered by Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa from Sat, Oct 25 to Mon, Oct 27.
Which airlines have direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
No airline flies direct from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne.
  • There are 224 Lufthansa connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 45 Austrian connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 37 SunExpress connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 AJet connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Pegasus connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne available?
There are no direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne.
How can I find nonstop flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne start at $832 from Thu, Nov 13 to Mon, Nov 17 with British Airways.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne start at $418 from Fri, Nov 28 to Mon, Dec 1.
How can I book business class trips from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
To book business class trips from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne starts at $495 from Sat, Oct 25 to Mon, Oct 27 with Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne at price $495 is offered by Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa from Sat, Oct 25 to Mon, Oct 27.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
To find last-minute flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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