- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale delle Marche
An important archaeological museum with Piceni, Greek, and Roman finds that explain Ancona's ancient roots.
Flights from Cologne to Ancona depart on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €204 but you can travel from only €67 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 03:06, the last at 20:05. The fastest flight covers the 592 miles (953 km) distance in 3h 10m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 592 miles (953 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €204 |
Flights per day 1 |
Fastest flight 3h 10m |
First flight 3:06 AM |
Last flight 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price
€138
Average price
€292
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Flights per day
15
Distance
953 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cologne to Ancona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Ancona will cost around €292 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €138.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Ancona without transferring at least once.
EW824+
Intercity 613+
Regionale TRENORD 80348
EW824+
Intercity 609+
Regionale TRENORD 80332
Regionale 83115 · Regionale 12561 · Regionale Veloce 4160+
EW888
EW888+
Regionale 83099 · Regionale 12723 · Regionale Veloce 4158
EW824+
FRECCIAROSSA 8811+
Regionale TRENORD 80342
LH1977+
LH7418
EW888+
Regionale 83099 · Regionale 12723 · Regionale Veloce 4158
EW824+
Intercity 609+
Regionale TRENORD 80332
FRECCIAROSSA 9662 · FRECCIAROSSA 8829+
Leonardo express 4653+
EW888
EW824+
FRECCIAROSSA 8811+
Regionale TRENORD 80342Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Ancona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €204.
Distance: 592 miles (953 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€404 Average price | €87 Average price Cheapest | €126 Average price | €286 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 5m Average total duration 18h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 12m Average total duration 14h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Ancona:
A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Ancona costing on average €126.
A bus is €317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Ancona costing on average €404.
Other travel options to Ancona take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 42m.
Bus takes on average 18h 35m.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Ancona flights for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EW824+ Intercity 609+ Regionale TRENORD 80332 | 6:20 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 10h03 | 4:23 PM Ancona station | 2 transfers | |
EW824+ Intercity 613+ Regionale TRENORD 80348 | 6:20 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 14h03 | 8:23 PM Ancona station | 2 transfers | |
EW824+ FRECCIAROSSA 8811+ Regionale TRENORD 80342 | 6:20 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 10h11 | 4:31 PM Ancona station | 2 transfers | |
LH5348+ LH4170+ Leonardo express 4705+ Intercity 540 | 7:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 12h05 | 7:05 PM Ancona station | 3 transfers | |
LH5348+ LH4170+ Regionale 83079 · Regionale 12547 | 7:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 12h05 | 7:05 PM Ancona station | 4 transfers | |
LH5348+ LH5184+ Leonardo express 4705+ Intercity 540 | 7:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 12h05 | 7:05 PM Ancona station | 3 transfers | |
LH4105+ FRECCIAROSSA 9811+ Regionale TRENORD 80358+ LH9448 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 12h01 | 8:31 PM Ancona station | 3 transfers | |
LH4105+ FRECCIAROSSA 9809+ Regionale TRENORD 80350+ LH9448 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 10h17 | 6:47 PM Ancona station | 3 transfers | |
LH4105+ Intercity 613+ Regionale TRENORD 80348+ LH9448 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 11h53 | 8:23 PM Ancona station | 3 transfers | |
LH1977+ LH1856+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 · FRECCIAROSSA 8829 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 10h33 | 11:38 PM Ancona station | 4 transfers | |
LH1977+ LH7418 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 3h25 | 4:30 PM Ancona Marche Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1977+ LH1856+ FRECCIAROSSA 8829+ Regionale TRENORD 80368 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 10h33 | 11:38 PM Ancona station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 83115 · Regionale 12561 · Regionale Veloce 4160+ EW888 | 1:35 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 11h29 | 1:04 AM Ancona station | 3 transfers | |
Leonardo express 4653+ FRECCIAROSSA 9662 · FRECCIAROSSA 8829+ EW888 | 1:35 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 10h03 | 11:38 PM Ancona station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 83099 · Regionale 12723 · Regionale Veloce 4158+ EW888 | 1:35 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 8h50 | 10:25 PM Ancona station | 3 transfers | |
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An important archaeological museum with Piceni, Greek, and Roman finds that explain Ancona's ancient roots.
A state museum inside Mole Vanvitelliana presenting tactile and visual explorations of Homer's world.
A modern art gallery in Palazzo Bosdari featuring twentieth-century Italian works and a strong local focus.
An elevated promenade and park with iconic sea views, monuments, and one of Ancona's best sunset walks.
The famous cliffside stairway and beach quarter below Passetto are loved for sea access and dramatic scenery.
Ancona's main square connects the port and old town, framed by civic buildings and everyday local life.
Traditional fish stew from the port, made with several Adriatic fish and tomato. It is Ancona’s signature seafood dish with deep local maritime roots.
Pizza-like flatbread baked with onion, anchovies, rosemary and olive oil. A beloved Ancona street and bakery specialty tied to local fishing traditions.
Ancona-style stockfish cooked with potatoes, tomato, olives and capers. It reflects historic trade links and is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
Established seafood restaurant in the Portonovo area, known for wild mussels and Adriatic fish in a refined but relaxed coastal setting.
Respected fine dining seafood restaurant in Portonovo, valued for elegant presentations, quality fish and views linked to the Riviera del Conero.
Well-known traditional venue serving Marche dishes and seafood, appreciated for classic recipes and a welcoming, old-school atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local transit are reasonable versus bigger tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants if pleased, and round up taxi fares.
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Ancona Marche Airport -> Piazza Cavour, Ancona
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Most Cologne to Ancona flights use the Cologne Bonn Airport to Ancona Marche Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Ancona airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Cologne Bonn Airport is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Cologne Bonn Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cologne Bonn Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cologne Bonn Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Ancona Marche Airport is 3 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona Marche Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona Marche Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona Marche Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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