Köln (Cologne) to Newark (CGN–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between CGN and EWR, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Köln (Cologne)
| Metric | CGN→EWR | LGG→EWR | FRA→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CGN | – | 76 mi | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 | 35 |
| Flight time | 8h 20m | 7h 31m | 7h 41m |
Travel Essentials
CGN: CEST · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Köln (Cologne), it's 12:00 PM in Newark.
German passport holders travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for stays up to 90 days. You must apply for ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) at esta.cbp.dhs.gov before departure. ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years, and approval usually comes within minutes. Apply at least 72 hours before travel in case of delays.
ESTA requires a machine-readable passport. If your German passport was issued after 2005 it qualifies. You need a return or onward ticket. The 90-day limit is strict and cannot be extended. Leaving to Canada, Mexico, or the Caribbean does not reset the clock. If you overstay even by one day, your ESTA is voided and future entries require a full visa interview at the US Embassy.
CBP officers at the US port of entry make the final admission decision. They may ask about your travel purpose, accommodation, and ties to Germany. Honest, brief answers work best. Global Entry membership (USD 100, 5-year validity) speeds up the arrival process at most major US airports through automated kiosks.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
CGN–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CGN to EWR
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
CGN to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CGN to EWR is about 8 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,779 miles (6,081 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Berlin Brandenburg and Zürich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Grâce-Hollogne (LGG) and Frankfurt am Main (FRA).