New York to Köln (Cologne) (JFK–CGN) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
MUC Munich 10h 25m LHSN → AZBTEW Munich (MUC) to Köln (Cologne) flights
BCN Barcelona 10h 50m AAAMAY → EWFR Barcelona (BCN) to Köln (Cologne) flights
ZRH Zurich 10h 55m DLLX → EWLXSQ Zurich (ZRH) to Köln (Cologne) flights
MXP Ferno (VA) 11h 3m AAAYBA → AZEW Ferno (VA) (MXP) to Köln (Cologne) flights
ARN Stockholm 12h 13m DLSK → EWFR Stockholm (ARN) to Köln (Cologne) flights
NCE Nice, Alpes-Maritimes 12h 19m DL → EW Nice, Alpes-Maritimes (NCE) to Köln (Cologne) flights
FCO Rome 12h 40m AAAYAZ → AZEW Rome (FCO) to Köln (Cologne) flights
BER Berlin 12h 55m DL → EW Berlin (BER) to Köln (Cologne) flights
PRG Prague 13h 5m DL → EWQS Prague (PRG) to Köln (Cologne) flights
VIE Vienna 13h 40m OS → EWFRNH Vienna (VIE) to Köln (Cologne) flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
New York to Köln (Cologne)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+6h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and CGN, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore JFK Routes CGN Routes JFK Live Flights CGN Live Flights JFK Delays
All flights from Köln (Cologne) (CGN) Köln (Cologne) to New York flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to CGN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
LHR ~10h 19m MUC ~10h 25m BUD ~10h 26m BCN ~10h 50m ZRH ~10h 55m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,564
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
JFK → CGN
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Return
CGN → JFK
95%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
95%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Köln (Cologne) from New York

Nearby airports with service to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Metric JFK→CGN TEB→CGN
Distance from JFK – 21 mi
Nonstop airlines – 1
Weekly flights – 1
Departure OTP 50% –
Teterboro (TEB) to Köln (Cologne) flights
Airports within 200 miles of JFK with service to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+6h
Köln (Cologne) is 6 hours ahead of New York.
JFK: EDT · CGN: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Köln (Cologne).
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Germany and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS authorization will be required when the EU system launches (EUR 7, valid 3 years). Passport validity must extend 3 months past planned Schengen departure.

Germany enforces EU duty-free allowances strictly: 200 cigarettes or 1L spirits. Declare goods over EUR 430 in value.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–CGN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Köln (Cologne) route.
Route details
Time difference+6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr62.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 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 JFK to CGN flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Munich, Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat and Zürich.
Köln (Cologne) is 6 hours ahead of New York.
Yes, return flights from CGN to JFK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TEB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat and Zürich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB).