How to get from Copenhagen to Cologne
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Copenhagen to Cologne. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 6h 45m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 643 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €90, on Sat, Sep 5.
This fare comes from a search on September 4, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €160Checked Sep 4 | 6h 45m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €43Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 15hdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€160Checked Sep 46h 45m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€43Omio catalogue, Sep 815h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Copenhagen to Cologne: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Copenhagen → Budapestflight
Ryanair·1h 50m - 2Budapest → Cologneflight
Ryanair·1h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Copenhagen to Cologne
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€185November 2026
Departures from Copenhagen to Cologne
FlixBus runs 3 scheduled departures a day, the first at 14:40 and the last at 16:40.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 3 | 14:40 | 16:40 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
RyanairCopenhagen-BudapestSee live options and dates →RyanairBudapest-CologneSee live options and dates →
FlixBusCopenhagen-CologneBook →On this route you travel with Ryanair, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Copenhagen to Cologne works
Start with a Ryanair flight from Copenhagen to Cologne, connecting in Budapest, about 6h 45m. In total it's roughly €160 over 6h 45m, 1 transfer.
Copenhagen to Cologne: common questions
How long does it take to get from Copenhagen to Cologne?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 6h 45m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Cologne from Copenhagen?
About 643 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Copenhagen to Cologne cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €160. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Copenhagen to Cologne?
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 6h 45m in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Copenhagen to Cologne?
About 6h 45m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Copenhagen and Cologne?
Copenhagen is CPH and Cologne is CGN, so this route is usually written CPH to CGN.
Which operators run Copenhagen to Cologne?
On this route you travel with Ryanair, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Copenhagen to Cologne?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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