Flying from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the two main airports in Chicago.
Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Chicago to CGN. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
August is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Chicago to CGN departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
From central Chicago, ORD is around 40 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Chicago Midway International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to CGN, take things easy in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to central Cologne takes around 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Rs80,583 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport. Return flights start from Rs185,263. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from Chicago to CGN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
February is the quietest time to travel to Cologne. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport.
The warmest month in Cologne is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to CGN in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cologne
Start your Cologne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Cologne Bonn Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Cologne Cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge and Museum Ludwig are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Cologne itinerary.
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