London to Köln (Cologne) (LGW–CGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–CGN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Eurowings leads the route. The flight covers 319 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 58 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EW Eurowings | 13 | 319, 320 | 1h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Köln (Cologne) from London
| Metric | LGW→CGN | LHR→CGN | STN→CGN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 25 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | – | 23 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 0h 52m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · CGN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 7:00 PM in Köln (Cologne).
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.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–CGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to CGN
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) are connected by nonstop service from Eurowings. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LGW to CGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to CGN ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 319 miles (513 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
58 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via LHR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LHR) and London, Essex (STN).