- Must visit
Museum Ludwig
Important collection of modern and contemporary art near the cathedral, including Pop Art and post-war works. A staple for art-focused visitors.
Flights from Zurich to Cologne depart on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest flight covers the 413 km distance in 1h 5m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 413 km |
Average flight duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Flights per day 7 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£307
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Flights per day
4
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Zurich to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Cologne will cost around £307 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £108.
Of the 4 flights that leave Zurich for Cologne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 413 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 45 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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OS8917Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 413 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£198 Average Price | £134 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Cologne flights for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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LX4428 | 20:30 Zurich Airport | 1h05 | 21:35 Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EW767 | 20:30 Zurich Airport | 1h05 | 21:35 Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
LH5763+ LH1976 | 9:30 Zurich Airport | 2h55 | 12:25 Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 change | |
LX4426 | 16:00 Zurich Airport | 1h05 | 17:05 Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EW765 | 16:00 Zurich Airport | 1h05 | 17:05 Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Important collection of modern and contemporary art near the cathedral, including Pop Art and post-war works. A staple for art-focused visitors.
Archaeological museum built around Roman remains, especially the Dionysus mosaic. Excellent for understanding Cologne’s Roman origins.
Major art museum with medieval painting, sculpture and applied arts. A strong choice for seeing Cologne’s artistic heritage in one place.
Historic old town lanes and squares by the Rhine, packed with colourful houses, churches and viewpoints. Ideal for a classic Cologne stroll.
Long Rhine promenade with bridge, cathedral and river views. Popular for walking, photography and watching boats pass through the city centre.
Lively square in the old town framed by historic buildings and museums. A useful base for sightseeing and one of Cologne’s best-known public spaces.
Rye bread with butter, cheese, ham or sausage, traditionally served in Cologne breweries as a simple local snack with Kölsch.
Hearty dish of black pudding with fried onions and mashed potatoes, a Rhineland classic closely associated with Cologne home cooking.
Slow-cooked horsemeat in a sweet-sour raisin sauce, a historic Rhineland speciality still served in a few traditional Cologne restaurants.
Classic Brauhaus serving Päffgen Kölsch and Rhineland favourites in a bustling, wood-panelled setting popular with locals.
Traditional brewery venue by Heumarkt with house Kölsch and dependable regional cooking in a spacious historic hall.
Long-established restaurant for refined German and Rhineland cooking, with a more formal atmosphere than a typical Brauhaus.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and public transport are broadly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is often included, but it is usual to round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Cologne Bonn Airport, Cologne -> Köln Hauptbahnhof, Cologne
Flights from Switzerland's largest city to the historic German city of Cologne are frequent and daily. Travelers have their pick of an array of flight departure times and of direct or indirect flight options along this route. The flight schedule only varies slightly throughout the week, with Sundays seeing the most Cologne bound flights taking off, and Mondays the least. Early birds traveling between these central European locations are in luck, as weekday and weekend flights begin departing early in the morning. The fastest flights are typically in the first half of the day, particularly on Saturdays where there are no evening or night flights from Zurich to Cologne within a four hour flight time. Planes depart and arrive from Zurich and Cologne Bonn Airports respectively, and both these airports offer modern, stress-free, convenient airport experiences, as well as public transport to and from their locations.
Numerous national and international airlines make the journey from Zurich to Cologne each day, including, but not limited to, national carriers Lufthansa, Swiss Air and Eurowings, and Austrian Airlines. Eurowings and Swiss Air typically offer the fastest flights each day, with their direct one hour and 10 minute flights, but Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines make the indirect journey with reasonable stopover times of between one and two hours.
The fastest flights from Zurich to Cologne are direct, and take one hour and 10 minutes. Yet there are also a good handful of indirect flights that make the 480 kilometer journey in three hours and 45 minutes or under. Passengers have their choice of indirect and direct flights every day of the week. These tend to be more frequent in the mornings, particularly on Saturdays, but in general flights are scheduled quite evenly throughout the day.
There are between four and 10 direct and five to nine indirect with a flight time of three hours and 45 minutes and under. Much of the week features the same flight schedule, however Sundays typically offer the most frequent direct flights, and Mondays tend to have the least, around four direct flights, available.
Departure Airport: Flights depart for Cologne from Zurich Airport, the city's main airport. Zurich Airport boasts three modern terminals with shopping and dining opportunities galore. The airport is very friendly for speakers of English or many languages aside from German. There is WiFi available throughout the airport for travelers, which is free for two hours, after which additional internet services can be purchased. There are various long and short term parking options available at the airport, and it is connected to public transport via a train station right under the airport, with frequent trains that get travelers right into the city in 15 minutes.
Arrival Airport: Flights arrive from Zurich into Cologne Bonn Airport. Cologne Bonn Airport offers free WiFi with no time or usage limit, and boasts a range of shopping and other amenities sure to satisfy traveler needs upon arrival or help the time pass quickly during a lengthy layover. There is an observation deck for plane enthusiasts, as well as stress-free easy transport from right at the airport's train station to the city in 15 to 20 minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Cologne flights use the Zurich Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Cologne airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Zurich Airport is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zurich 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 for 2 hours; additional time can be purchased. ATMs are located in Arrival and Departureas, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zurich Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zurich Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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.
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