- Must visit
Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Flights from Thessaloniki to Cologne depart on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 1044 miles (1681 km) distance in 2h 40m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1044 miles (1681 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Flights per day 17 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 40m |
First flight 2:20 AM |
Last flight 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$492
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Flights per day
37
Distance
1681 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Thessaloniki to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Cologne will cost around $492 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 37 flights that leave Thessaloniki for Cologne onSat, Jun 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct flights cover the 1681 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the longest flights will take 10 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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A33892
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TK1882 · TK1675
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LH106 · LH1982Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Thessaloniki to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $123. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $123, and a flight costs an average of $64.
Distance: 1044 miles (1681 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$220 Average price | $166 Average price Cheapest | $609 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 42h 25m Average total duration 41h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Thessaloniki to Cologne:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Thessaloniki to Cologne costing on average $220 (€181).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Bus takes on average 41h 55m.
The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Cologne flights for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TK1894 · TK1673 | 9:15 PM Thessaloniki International Airport | 17h35 | 1:50 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1894 · TK1671 | 9:15 PM Thessaloniki International Airport | 13h10 | 9:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1894 · TK1675 | 9:15 PM Thessaloniki International Airport | 21h55 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 27 | |||||
A3101+ TK1848 · TK1675 | 6:00 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 13h10 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
A3101+ TK1844 · TK1675 | 6:00 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 13h10 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
A3105+ TK1848 · TK1675 | 7:40 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 11h30 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
A3105+ TK1844 · TK1675 | 7:40 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 11h30 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5931+ LH4050 | 7:45 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 5h40 | 12:25 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5929+ LH108 · LH1984 | 8:10 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 11h50 | 7:00 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5929+ LH106 · LH1982 | 8:10 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 10h30 | 5:40 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5929+ LH108 · LH1982 | 8:10 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 10h30 | 5:40 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
TK1882 · TK1675 | 9:35 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 9h35 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1882 · TK1671 | 9:35 AM Thessaloniki International Airport | 24h50 | 9:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3115+ TK1846 · TK1671 | 12:55 PM Thessaloniki International Airport | 21h30 | 9:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
A3115+ TK1850 · TK1671 | 12:55 PM Thessaloniki International Airport | 21h30 | 9:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
A3115+ TK1842 · TK1671 | 12:55 PM Thessaloniki International Airport | 21h30 | 9:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
A3119+ TK1846 · TK1671 | 4:20 PM Thessaloniki International Airport | 18h05 | 9:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
A3119+ TK1846 · TK1673 | 4:20 PM Thessaloniki International Airport | 22h30 | 1:50 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
A3119+ TK1842 · TK1671 | 4:20 PM Thessaloniki International Airport | 18h05 | 9:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cologne’s key archaeology museum for Roman heritage, especially famous for the Dionysus mosaic and Roman artifacts from the city.
Important fine arts museum with medieval, Baroque, and 19th-century painting, including one of Germany’s leading Impressionist collections.
Popular riverfront promenade in Deutz with one of the city’s best postcard views toward the cathedral skyline, especially at sunset.
Classic walking area with narrow lanes, traditional houses, churches, and river access, ideal for first-time visitors.
One of the Old Town’s best-known squares, surrounded by historic facades and a lively atmosphere close to major sights.
Cologne’s signature top-fermented pale beer, traditionally served in small cylindrical glasses. It is central to the city’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a local brauhaus.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, usually served with black pudding and fried onions. The sweet-savory combination is strongly associated with Rhineland home cooking.
Despite the name, this is not chicken but a rye bread roll with aged Gouda, butter, mustard, and onions. It is a beloved Kölsch beer snack in traditional Cologne pubs.
An established fine-dining restaurant in central Cologne offering refined modern European cuisine, polished service, and an elegant hotel dining room.
A well-known casual restaurant loved for schnitzel and hearty German comfort food. It has a relaxed, local feel and a strong reputation among visitors and residents.
One of Cologne’s most famous brauhäuser near the cathedral, known for Kölsch and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by German standards. Museums and transit are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Add EUR 1-2 for taxis, and round up in cafés if table service is provided.
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