Barcelona to Köln (Cologne) (BCN–CGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BCN–CGN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Eurowings and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 704 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EW Eurowings | 13 | 319, 32A | 2h17-2h32 | – | – | – |
| FR Ryanair | 9 | 73H | 2h20-2h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Köln (Cologne) from Barcelona
| Metric | BCN→CGN | PMI→CGN | MAH→CGN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BCN | – | 126 mi | 150 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 22 | 79 | 3 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h 20m | 2h 15m |
Travel Essentials
BCN: CEST · CGN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona, it's 6:00 PM in Köln (Cologne).
Spanish passport holders enter Germany with no restrictions. Spain and Germany are both EU and Schengen members, so flights between them have no border checks. A valid Spanish national ID card or passport is sufficient. No visa or advance registration is required.
If you plan to stay in Germany longer than 3 months, you must register your address at the local residents' registration office (Einwohnermeldeamt or Burgeramt) within 14 days of moving in. This applies to everyone in Germany, including German citizens. The registration (Anmeldung) is free and takes about 15 minutes. You will need a confirmation letter from your landlord (Wohnungsgeberbestatigung). EU citizens can live and work in Germany without a work permit.
Aerobus express coaches run every 5 minutes from Plaça de Catalunya to both T1 and T2 (35 min, €6.75 one-way / €11.60 return). Departures from 5:00am to 1:00am.
RENFE R2 Nord train connects Passeig de Gràcia and Sants station to the airport (20 min from Sants, €4.60). Taxis from the city centre are metered and typically cost €25–35. Ride-shares (Uber, Cabify) are available and cost similarly.
BCN–CGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BCN to CGN
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) and Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) are connected by nonstop service from Eurowings and Ryanair. With 22 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BCN to CGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BCN to CGN is about 2 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 704 miles (1,133 km). There are approximately 22 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 44 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Palma de Mallorca and Olbia Costa Smeralda. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Palma de Mallorca (PMI) and Mahón (Maó) (MAH).