Cologne to Palermo Flights

The earliest flight from Cologne to Palermo leaves at 5:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest flight from Cologne to Palermo leaves at 11:45 PM.

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

Since both Cologne and Palermo 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 Palermo.

The best events to attend in Palermo include:

• Festa di Santa Rosalia, a religious festival honoring the patron saint of Palermo with a grand procession
• Palermo International Film Festival, an annual event showcasing independent films from around the world
• Notte dei Musei, museums across the city open their doors for free during a night of cultural activities
• Festino di Santa Rosalia, a week-long celebration featuring concerts, food stalls, and fireworks in honor of the city's patron saint.

The best holidays to experience in Palermo include:

• Ferragosto, a national holiday in August marking the peak of summer with beach festivities
• Natale, celebrated in December with beautiful decorations and traditional markets
• Pasqua, Easter celebrations in spring featuring religious processions and local customs.

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

For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 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.