Flying from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): What you need to know
Cologne is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Chicago to CGN.
Traveling during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to CGN. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
ORD is about 17 miles from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 10 miles from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Chicago to CGN flight? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from the center of Chicago is around 2 hours on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 90 miles or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Central Cologne is around 9 miles from Cologne Bonn Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Right now, $297 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $750. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to CGN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN). Plan your visit to Cologne in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Chicago to CGN plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with temperatures ranging from 54ºF to 82ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport in January when temperatures are between 27ºF and 45ºF.
More about Cologne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cologne right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Cologne Christmas Markets, Cologne Cathedral and Kolner Philharmonie are must-do's during your Cologne adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Stuttgart is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Cologne. Around 170 miles away to the southeast, its top attractions include Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart.
Bremen is another favorite destination in Germany and is around 170 miles northeast of Cologne. No journey is complete without a visit to Marktplatz, Rathaus and Die Glocke - Das Bremer Konzerthaus.
