Cheap flights from Hamburg to Cologne

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Cheapest round-trip flights $320
British Airways 1 stop 10 hr Thu, Jan 15 — Fri, Jan 23
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hamburg to Cologne is currently $320
Cheapest one-way flight $177
British Airways 1 stop 10 hr Wed, Jan 7
The cheapest one-way flight from Hamburg to Cologne is currently $177
Last-minute weekend getaway $553
Eurowings 1 stop 4 hr Fri, Oct 24 — Mon, Oct 27
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Hamburg to Cologne is currently $553
Cheapest business class flights $633
British Airways 1 stop 10 hr Thu, Jan 15 — Fri, Jan 23
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Hamburg to Cologne is currently $633
Fastest flight 3 hr 5 min The fastest flight with stops from Hamburg to Cologne takes 3 hr 5 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 Hamburg to Cologne is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
February
Cheapest
Typical prices: $145–365
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $350–480

Popular airlines from Hamburg to Cologne

  • Lufthansa
    from $597
    Typical price: $455–730
    304 weekly connecting flights
    HAM - CGN Every day
  • Eurowings
    from $408
    Typical price: $255–560
    212 weekly connecting flights
    HAM - CGN Every day
  • Austrian
    from $4,951
    Typical price: $4,700–5,000
    26 weekly connecting flights
    HAM - CGN Every day
  • SunExpress
    from $392
    Typical price: $550–910
    24 weekly connecting flights
    HAM - CGN Every day
  • KLM
    21 weekly connecting flights
    HAM - CGN Every day
  • Pegasus
    21 weekly connecting flights
    HAM - CGN Every day

Popular airports near Hamburg

  • Hamburg Airport (HAM)
    Hamburg Germany 27 min 6 mi
  • Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
    Berlin Germany 3 hr 19 min 167 mi
  • Hannover Airport (HAJ)
    Hanover Germany 1 hr 37 min 76 mi
  • Bremen Airport (BRE)
    Bremen Germany 1 hr 25 min 60 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 Hamburg to Cologne

When are the cheapest days to fly from Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest flights from Hamburg to Cologne are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $145 to $365.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hamburg to Cologne recently found on Google Flights was with British Airways from $320. The cheapest one-way flight was with British Airways from $177.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Hamburg to Cologne is $597, flying from Nov 27 to Dec 3.
  • The cheapest Eurowings flight from Hamburg to Cologne is $408, flying from Dec 11 to Dec 17.
  • The cheapest Austrian flight from Hamburg to Cologne is $4,951, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 12.
  • The cheapest SunExpress flight from Hamburg to Cologne is $392, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 22.
What are the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hamburg to Cologne starts at $320 from Thu, Jan 15 to Fri, Jan 23. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $177 and departs on Wed, Jan 7.
How long does it take to fly from Hamburg to Cologne?
3 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Cologne?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Cologne?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Cologne.

In terms of flights, Lufthansa is the most popular. Lufthansa offers 304 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .

Other popular airlines flying from Hamburg to Cologne are:
  • Eurowings offers 212 connecting flights per week. Eurowings flies from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
  • Austrian offers 26 connecting flights per week. Austrian flies from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
  • SunExpress offers 24 connecting flights per week. SunExpress flies from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
  • KLM offers 21 connecting flights per week. KLM flies from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
  • Pegasus offers 21 connecting flights per week. Pegasus flies from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Hamburg and Cologne.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Hamburg to Cologne recently found on Google Flights was with British Airways from $320. The cheapest one-way flight was with British Airways from $177.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Hamburg to Cologne is $597, flying from Nov 27 to Dec 3.
  • The cheapest Eurowings flight from Hamburg to Cologne is $408, flying from Dec 11 to Dec 17.
  • The cheapest Austrian flight from Hamburg to Cologne is $4,951, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 12.
  • The cheapest SunExpress flight from Hamburg to Cologne is $392, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 22.
Which airlines have direct flights from Hamburg to Cologne?
No airline flies direct from Hamburg to Cologne.
  • There are 304 Lufthansa connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 212 Eurowings connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 26 Austrian connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 24 SunExpress connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 KLM connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Pegasus connecting flights from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Hamburg and Cologne at price $553 is offered by Eurowings from Fri, Oct 24 to Mon, Oct 27.
Which airlines have direct flights from Hamburg to Cologne?
No airline flies direct from Hamburg to Cologne.
  • There are 304 Lufthansa connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 212 Eurowings connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 26 Austrian connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 24 SunExpress connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 KLM connecting flights from Hamburg to Cologne per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Pegasus connecting flights from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Cologne available?
There are no direct flights from Hamburg to Cologne.
How can I find nonstop flights from Hamburg to Cologne?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Hamburg and Cologne start at $633 from Thu, Jan 15 to Fri, Jan 23 with British Airways.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Hamburg and Cologne start at $320 from Thu, Jan 15 to Fri, Jan 23.
How can I book business class trips from Hamburg to Cologne?
To book business class trips from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Cologne next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Hamburg and Cologne starts at $553 from Fri, Oct 24 to Mon, Oct 27 with Eurowings.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Hamburg to Cologne?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Hamburg and Cologne at price $553 is offered by Eurowings from Fri, Oct 24 to Mon, Oct 27.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Hamburg to Cologne?
To find last-minute flight deals from Hamburg 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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