Nottingham, Leicestershire to Köln (Cologne) (EMA–CGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Nottingham, Leicestershire to Köln (Cologne)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
5 Flights/wk 386 mi 1h 20m nonstop +1h ahead 26 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between EMA and CGN, connecting options are available through 26 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EMA to CGN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
26
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,031
Candidates
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Köln (Cologne) from Nottingham, Leicestershire

Nearby airports with service to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Metric EMA→CGN MAN→CGN STN→CGN
Distance from EMA – 53 mi 93 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 2
Weekly flights 5 9 22
Flight time 1h 20m 1h 35m 1h 20m
Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN) to Köln (Cologne) flights · London, Essex (STN) to Köln (Cologne) flights · London (LHR) to Köln (Cologne) flights
Airports within 200 miles of EMA with service to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Köln (Cologne) is 1 hour ahead of Nottingham, Leicestershire.
EMA: BST · CGN: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Nottingham, Leicestershire, it's 7:00 PM in Köln (Cologne).
Distance & Flight Time
386 mi / 621 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 20m.
Visa & Entry

British passport holders enter Germany (and the entire Schengen Area) visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. Since Brexit, UK passports are stamped on entry and exit, and UK nationals use the non-EU passport lanes.

Border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, return travel, and sufficient funds (Germany suggests EUR 45 per day). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen states. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. For stays over 90 days, apply for a national visa (Aufenthaltstitel) at the German embassy in London before travel.

Direct flights from London to Frankfurt run about 1 hour 40 minutes, to Berlin about 1 hour 50 minutes, and to Munich about 1 hour 55 minutes. Lufthansa, British Airways, easyJet, and Ryanair all operate nonstop service to multiple German cities. Germany uses the euro. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. A UK driving license is valid for visits up to 6 months. German autobahns have no blanket speed limit, but many stretches have posted limits enforced by fixed and mobile cameras.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

EMA–CGN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Nottingham, Leicestershire to Köln (Cologne) route.
Route details
Distance386 mi / 621 km
Flight time1h 20m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights5 out / 11 return
1-stop connections26 hubs
Origin: EMA
Full nameEast Midlands Airport
IATA / ICAOEMA / EGNX
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr4.1M
Elevation306 ft / 93 m
Destination: CGN
Full nameCologne Bonn Airport
IATA / ICAOCGN / EDDK
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Passengers/yr10.0M
Elevation302 ft / 92 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EMA to CGN flights.
Nonstop flights from East Midlands Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport take approximately 1h 20m. The route covers 386 miles.
There are approximately 5 nonstop flights per week from EMA to CGN. The return direction has about 11 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PRG, BUD, RIX, NAP, EDI, VLC, IST, PFO, ALC, HRG, MLA, BER, PMI, FUE, AGP, CFU, BGY, AYT, DUB, FAO, RHO, BCN, ACE, LPA, IBZ and TFS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Köln (Cologne) is 1 hour ahead of Nottingham, Leicestershire.
Yes, return flights from CGN to EMA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MAN, STN and LHR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from EMA to CGN

East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

EMA to CGN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EMA to CGN ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 386 miles (621 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN), London, Essex (STN) and London (LHR).