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Cheapest dealRs10,836
Cheapest monthJanuary
Average flight duration1 hour and 38 minutes
Most popular airlineRyanair

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Cologne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Cologne flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Manchester to Cologne

Manchester to Cologne: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Cologne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cologne.

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Cologne is Rs10,836. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Cologne.
Ryanair, Ryanair UK Ltd. and Jet2 fly direct from Manchester to Cologne.
As of December 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Manchester to Cologne.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Cologne is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Cologne Airport on Sunday, 18 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cologne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cologne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cologne.

Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Cologne is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Manchester.

  • Flights from MAN to CGN start at 05:45 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 20:05 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from 11 weekly Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your MAN to CGN flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, so jetting off to Cologne (and then visiting more of Germany!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • With 74.47% of services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating MAN to CGN flights.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAN and CGN:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • At the moment, Rs4,925 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs10,836. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from MAN to CGN by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Finding cheap flights from MAN to CGN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 59.39% land on time at their destination.

  • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MAN:

Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • If you're landing on a late Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near CGN:

  • Grab a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and explore Cologne and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

  • Cologne Bonn Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Cologne. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Cologne is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from MAN to CGN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.

Explore more of Germany

  • You've done Cologne, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel around 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.

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