Cologne to Marseille Flights

Flights from Cologne to Marseille generally leave from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.Milan Malpensa Airport is 1 miles (2 km) away from Cologne city centre and Marseille Provence Airport is 1 miles (2 km) from Marseille city centre.

The cheapest month for a flight from Cologne to Marseille is December.

Yes, you can take a train between Cologne and Marseille.

Since both Cologne and Marseille are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

There is no time difference between Cologne and Marseille.

The best events to attend in Marseille include:

• Fête de la Musique, a citywide music festival held on the summer solstice
• Marseille Jazz des Cinq Continents, an international jazz festival featuring artists from around the world
• Festival de Marseille, a multidisciplinary arts festival showcasing dance, theater, and visual arts
• Les Grandes Heures de Marseille, a historical reenactment event celebrating the city's maritime heritage.

The best holidays to experience in Marseille include:

• Bastille Day, national holiday with fireworks and parades in July
• Assumption of Mary, a public holiday in August with local celebrations
• All Saints' Day, a time for family gatherings and remembrance in November
• Christmas Holidays, festive decorations and traditional markets in December.

The best season to visit Marseille is Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Marseille is during April-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.