Köln (Cologne) to Dulles (CGN–IAD) — 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.
CGN–IAD had nonstop service from Lufthansa, last on the schedule in July 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 3,990 miles in 8h 48m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LH Lufthansa | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
| MMF MMF | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Köln (Cologne)
| Metric | CGN→IAD | MST→IAD | HHN→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CGN | – | 60 mi | 64 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | – |
| Weekly flights | – | – | – |
| Flight time | 8h 48m | 8h 49m | 8h 23m |
Travel Essentials
CGN: CEST · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Köln (Cologne), it's 12:00 PM in Dulles.
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.
Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.
Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.
CGN–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CGN to IAD
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) had nonstop service from Lufthansa, last on the schedule in July 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
CGN to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CGN to IAD is about 8 hours 48 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,990 miles (6,420 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Nice-Côte d'Azur and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Maastricht (MST), Frankfurt am Main (Lautzenhausen) (HHN) and Frankfurt am Main (FRA).