- Must visit
Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its Picasso collection and important Pop Art holdings.
Flights from Brighton to Cologne depart on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:55, the last at 23:10. The fastest flight covers the 308 miles (497 km) distance in 1h 20m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 308 miles (497 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Flights per day 6 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 2:55 AM |
Last flight 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $330.
Distance: 308 miles (497 km)
Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$151 Average price Cheapest | $360 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Cologne:
A flight is $210 (€171) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Cologne costing on average $360 (€293).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Cologne flights for today, Sunday, June 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 2814 | 9:00 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 11:20 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025+ EW475 | 10:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 11h58 | 11:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX025+ EW475 | 11:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 10h58 | 11:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW473 | 12:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 1h20 | 2:20 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025+ EW475 | 12:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 9h58 | 11:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX025+ EW475 | 1:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 8h58 | 11:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX025+ EW475 | 2:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 7h58 | 11:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX025+ EW475 | 3:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h58 | 11:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX025+ EW475 | 4:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 5h58 | 11:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 2352 | 8:35 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 10:55 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EW475 | 8:50 PM London Gatwick Airport | 1h20 | 11:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its Picasso collection and important Pop Art holdings.
Archaeological museum focused on Roman Cologne; famous for mosaics and finds from the ancient city. Main building has had closures, but the collection remains significant.
Leading fine arts museum with medieval, Baroque and 19th-century European painting in Cologne's historic center.
The city's most visited walking area, with narrow lanes, churches, colorful houses and easy access to major sights.
Popular riverside walking route with postcard views of the cathedral, bridges and skyline, especially lively near sunset.
Historic square in the Old Town surrounded by traditional facades, busy pedestrian activity and classic Cologne atmosphere.
Cologne’s signature pale beer, traditionally served in small cylindrical glasses called Stangen. It is central to the city’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a Brauhaus.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, often served with fried onions and black pudding. The sweet-savory combination is strongly associated with Rhineland home cooking.
Despite the name, this is not chicken but a rye bread roll with Gouda, mustard, onions, and pickles. It is a beloved Brauhaus snack traditionally eaten with Kölsch.
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Cologne known for creative modern tasting menus and polished service, ideal for a higher-end culinary experience.
A well-known casual restaurant famous for schnitzel and generous portions, with a friendly, old-school Cologne neighborhood feel.
A long-established Brauhaus in the Old Town serving hearty Cologne specialties, fresh Kölsch, and a warm wood-paneled atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate by German standards: supermarkets and casual food are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but a tip is expected. Round up in cafés and taxis, and add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Cologne Bonn Airport -> Köln Hauptbahnhof
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