The cheapest and fastest flights from Cologne to Athens
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- $395
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- $696
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 4 h 10 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 4 h 51 m
- Flights on 12 Nov
- 20
- Distance
- 1952 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cologne to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Athens will cost around $696 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only $395.
To travel from Cologne to Athens you need to make at least one change.
FR 9481 · FR 456:00 AM 8h10 Cologne Bonn Airport 3:10 PM Athens International Airport $395 1 One-way 1 change
LH1987 · LH17568:20 PM 4h10 Cologne Bonn Airport 1:30 AM Athens International Airport $483 1 One-way 1 change
OS8918+
OS8056:10 PM 5h10 Cologne Bonn Airport 12:20 AM Athens International Airport $533 1 One-way 1 change
TK1676 · TK18436:10 PM 13h30 Cologne Bonn Airport 8:40 AM Athens International Airport $544 1 One-way 1 change
TK1676 · TK18456:10 PM 25h50 Cologne Bonn Airport 9:00 PM Athens International Airport $544 1 One-way 1 change
LH1987 · LH17568:20 PM 4h10 Cologne Bonn Airport 1:30 AM Athens International Airport $483 1 One-way 1 change
OS8914+
OS8017:00 AM 4h40 Cologne Bonn Airport 12:40 PM Athens International Airport $881 1 One-way 1 change
LX4425+
LX18306:50 AM 5h05 Cologne Bonn Airport 12:55 PM Athens International Airport $772 1 One-way 1 change
OS8918+
OS8056:10 PM 5h10 Cologne Bonn Airport 12:20 AM Athens International Airport $533 1 One-way 1 change
LX4429+
LX18426:30 PM 5h10 Cologne Bonn Airport 12:40 AM Athens International Airport $996 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Cologne to Athens flight
Flights from Cologne to Athens depart on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $32 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1952 km distance in 2h 55m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1952 km |
Average flight duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 |
Flights per day 34 |
Fastest flight 2h 55m |
First flight 12:40 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Cologne to Athens trip
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Live departures
Cologne to Athens flight times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Athens flights for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 9481 · FR 45 | 6:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 8h10 | 3:10 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LX4425+ LX1830 | 6:50 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h05 | 12:55 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
OS8914+ OS801 | 7:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h40 | 12:40 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
OS8914+ OS8984 | 7:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 6h05 | 2:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH5348+ LH5916 | 7:05 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 6h30 | 2:35 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
OS8918+ OS805 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h10 | 12:20 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676 · TK1843 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 13h30 | 8:40 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676 · TK1849 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 19h45 | 2:55 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676 · TK1845 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 25h50 | 9:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676+ A3993 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 22h05 | 5:15 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676+ TK8807 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 11h50 | 7:00 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676+ TK9193 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 22h05 | 5:15 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676+ TK9195 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 27h20 | 10:30 PM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676 · TK1847 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 10h55 | 6:05 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676+ TK9191 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 16h45 | 11:55 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676+ A3991 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 16h45 | 11:55 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1676+ A3999 | 6:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 11h50 | 7:00 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LX4429+ LX1842 | 6:30 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h10 | 12:40 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH5350+ LH1756 | 6:55 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h35 | 1:30 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1987 · LH1756 | 8:20 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h10 | 1:30 AM Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cologne and Athens
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FAQs: Cologne to Athens flights
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popular airports
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Athens
Most Cologne to Athens flights use the Cologne Bonn Airport to Athens International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Athens airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Which Cologne airport do flights to Athens leave from?
Getting to Cologne Bonn Airport from Cologne city centre
Cologne Bonn Airport is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Cologne Bonn Airport airport facilities and services
Cologne Bonn Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cologne Bonn Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cologne Bonn Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Which Athens airport do flights from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Athens International Airport from Athens city centre
Athens International Airport is 4 km from Athens city centre. Public transport options include:
Athens International Airport airport facilities and services
Athens International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including arrivals and departures areas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Athens International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Athens International Airport: Elevators, ramps.

