London to Köln (Cologne) (LHR–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.
Last scheduled nonstop: Mar 2026.
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.
LHR–CGN had nonstop service from British Airways and Eurowings, last on the schedule in March 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 332 miles in 1h 9m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
| EW Eurowings Also: NH | 0 | – | – | – | – | NH |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Köln (Cologne) from London
| Metric | LHR→CGN | LGW→CGN | STN→CGN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LHR | – | 25 mi | 41 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | – | 13 | 20 |
| Flight time | 1h 9m | 1h 20m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
LHR: 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.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–CGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to CGN
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) had nonstop service from British Airways and Eurowings, last on the schedule in March 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.
LHR to CGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to CGN is about 1 hours 9 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 332 miles (534 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via London Stansted, Zürich and Munich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LGW), London, Essex (STN) and Nottingham, Leicestershire (EMA).