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Gallerie dell'Accademia
A major art museum in a grand canal-side palace, known for Venetian masters including Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto and Carpaccio.
Flights from Cologne to Venice depart on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest flight covers the 729 km distance in 1h 30m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 729 km |
Average flight duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Flights per day 15 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 5:45 |
Last flight 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price
£304
Average price
£356
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
729 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cologne to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Venice will cost around £356 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £304.
Of the 5 flights that leave Cologne for Venice every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 729 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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AZ7779Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 729 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
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£270 Average Price | £155 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 59m Average total duration 12h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 31m Average total duration 18h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Venice flights for tomorrow, Saturday 1 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EW814 | 7:40 Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h30 | 9:10 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH1973+ LH9456 | 8:30 Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h15 | 12:45 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ4725+ AZ7487 | 8:30 Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h15 | 12:45 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
LH1977+ LH9458 | 13:05 Cologne Bonn Airport | 3h30 | 16:35 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ7779+ AZ1467 | 13:30 Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h55 | 18:25 Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1 change |
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A major art museum in a grand canal-side palace, known for Venetian masters including Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto and Carpaccio.
This museum displays Peggy Guggenheim’s modern art collection, with works by Picasso, Pollock and Kandinsky in her former home.
A restored customs house at Punta della Dogana presenting contemporary art exhibitions in a dramatic waterside setting.
Venice’s principal square is framed by arcades, monumental buildings and landmark views, making it the city’s ceremonial and social heart.
A small island famed for colourful houses and peaceful canals, popular for photography and a slower pace beyond central Venice.
This lively district offers bars, canals, artisan corners and a more local rhythm, especially around Campo Santa Margherita and its side streets.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, traditionally served on grilled polenta. A Venetian bacari staple linked to the city’s historic trade routes.
Sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts and raisins. This sweet-sour lagoon dish reflects Venice’s long tradition of preserving fish.
Small Venetian tapas served in bàcari, from crostini to seafood bites. They are central to local social eating and aperitivo culture.
Refined restaurant serving seasonal Venetian cuisine with a modern touch. Elegant but relaxed, with strong attention to lagoon ingredients.
Historic, lively bàcaro known for classic cicchetti and sandwiches. Expect a bustling, standing-room atmosphere near the Rialto market.
Well-known fine-dining restaurant with a creative tasting menu rooted in Venetian flavours. Intimate setting focused on seafood and local produce.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, with higher hotel and restaurant costs in the centre and vaporetto fares adding up for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
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Venice Marco Polo Airport -> Piazzale Roma, Venice
Explore the churches, canals, wonderful art, and colorful festivals of Venice with direct flights from Cologne. Reaching Venice from Cologne is simple, with regular direct flights and affordable fares throughout the year. From April until the end of October, passengers can book a single direct flight, six days per week, while flights leave four days per week outside peak vacation season. On any given day, there should be 3-4 indirect services as well. Expect direct flights to reach Venice within one hour 30 minutes, while the fastest indirect services take two hours 50 minutes.
Only one airline runs a regular direct schedule of flights from Cologne to Venice. Eurowings flies four days per week from November to March, and six days per week from April to October, offering flights from Cologne-Bonn Airport to Venice Marco Polo. As Eurowings is a budget airline, budget fares should be available year-round. And if convenient direct flights can't be found, fast indirect services can be booked with Lufthansa and Air Dolomiti. A change in Munich will usually be required.
Cologne and Venice are 724 kilometers apart, so flights shouldn't take long. When they book direct flights from Cologne to Venice, passengers can look forward to a flight time of just one hour 30 minutes in the vast majority of cases. When indirect flights are the only option, journey times will naturally increase. However, they can still be relatively short, with the fastest indirect flights reaching Venice within two hours 50 minutes, and plenty of services with flight times under four hours.
Travelers should note that schedules for flights from Cologne to Venice change during the year. During peak holiday season (April to October), Eurowings offers a single direct flight six days a week (there are no services on Tuesdays). Out of season, a single flight to Venice leaves Cologne on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. However, whenever they need to visit Venice, travelers can pick from at least 3-4 indirect services with flight times of four hours or less, so seasonal disparities won't be a huge problem.
Departure airport: all flights from Cologne to Venice will leave from Cologne-Bonn Airport (CGN). ICE and S-Bahn trains offer fast transfers to the airport from Cologne Hauptbahnhof, and bus 161 provides affordable connections from Porz Markt Station. 12,500 parking spaces are provided for customers (booking in advance is recommended to secure the lowest rates). Inside the terminals, passengers can buy clothing, toys, gifts, and dine on fine food, while free WiFi is available for all travelers via the "FairSpot-Public" WLAN network.
Arrival airport: flights from Cologne will touch down at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). A range of car rental outlets can be found in the Arrivals Hall, including Hertz, Thrifty, and Sixt. Alternatively, rapid buses run to Piazzale Roma, which is the main jumping off point for vaporetto services (water taxis) to central Venice. Anything else can be organized at the airport thanks to unlimited free WiFi connectivity.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Venice by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Venice flights use the Cologne Bonn Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Venice airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Cologne Bonn Airport is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Cologne Bonn Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cologne Bonn Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cologne Bonn Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Venice Marco Polo Airport is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venice Marco Polo Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Venice Marco Polo Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venice Marco Polo Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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