Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is centrally located between the cities of Cologne and Bonn, 15 kilometers southeast of Cologne city center. Annually, the airport welcomes more than 10 million passengers, making it the third-busiest in Germany.
As the largest low-cost hub in Europe, the two terminals at Cologne Airport are home to nearly 30 airlines, including local airlines Lufthansa and Eurowings, and major carriers like British Airways and Turkish Airlines.
Cologne Airport Services
Special Assistance
The German Red Cross is stationed at the airport in Cologne to provide assistance to passengers with reduced mobility (PRM). The service –including the provision of a wheelchair– can be used within the airport, or upon arrival in the car park, right up until you board the plane.
Additionally, elevators, ramps, accessible toilets, and disabled car spaces have been installed across each terminal.
A porter service is also available for €54 for up to 30 minutes to help passengers with bulky or excess luggage upon arrival or departure.
*If you or anyone else you are traveling with requires assistance, be sure to notify your airline at least 48 hours in advance.
Fast Track Lane
Baggage Services
Cologne Airport Lounge
Free WiFi
Cologne Airport Parking
Cologne-Bonn Airport is very accessible to visitors, with 12,500 car parks available in three parking garages (P1-3) and two parking areas. The best parking area for Terminal 1 (T1) is P1, and for Terminal (T2), the P2 garage is the closest. On Sundays, parking at Cologne Airport only costs €3 between 09:00 and 19:00.
Note that if you’re picking someone up, the Kiss & Fly Zone for T1 Arrivals is outside T1 Departures. Finally, most Cologne Airport car rental companies are stationed on the designated car hire level of T2.
Short-term parking
Direct terminal access
Max parking limit of 1 hour
€11 for 20 minutes and then €3 for every 5 minutes thereafter
Perfect for meet and greets inside the terminal
Long-term parking
P1 & P2 parking garages are within a 3-minute walk to each terminal
Daily rates range from €36 (P3) to €43 (P1)
Ideal for business trips and overseas holidays
Kiss & Fly
Located at the curb of Arrivals and Departures
Permitted up to 10 minutes per day per vehicle.
Ideal for quick pickups and dropoffs
Motorcycles
Parking available on Level 4, Sector D of P2
Same rate as standard vehicles
Use the intercom to manually open barrier
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
Cologne Bonn Airport consists of two terminals: Terminal 1 (T1) and Terminal 2 (T2). The oldest of the two, T1, is a single-storey building with a unique decentralized layout and star-shaped boarding areas.
T2 is a three-storey building, with the Arrivals on Level 1, a Travel Market on the Level 2 mezzanine, and Departures on Level 3.
The terminals are connected by undercover walkways, and the train station connecting passengers to the city center is located on the basement level.
Terminal 1
Terminal 2
Transportation options to and from Cologne Airport
Transfer to the city center
By Train
Ride the S19 S-Bahn train to Cologne Central Station in 15 minutes.
*Departure every 10 minutes on weekdays, and 30 minutes on weekends.
By Taxi
Catch a cab 24/7 from Terminal 1 or 2.
*Or, for a more personalized experience, pre-book a Cologne Airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.
By Car
Drive to the city center in just 15 minutes.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Cologne Airport
Taxis and Private Transfers
Taxis depart from the ranks outside Arrivals at Terminals 1 and 2 at all hours of the day. Passengers can also arrange a Cologne Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups and receive a competitive fixed fare with a trained English-speaking driver and a guaranteed on-time pickup.
Car Hire at Cologne Airport
Buses and Coaches
Cologne Airport – Nearby Hotels
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Cologne Airport: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Cologne Airport Lounge (T1): 05:00-22:00, 7 days a week
Cologne Airport Lounge (T2): 06:00-21:00, Monday to Friday
Recommended Arrival Times
International Flights: Arrive 3 hours in advance
Schengen Flights: Arrive 1.5 to 2 hours in advance
Domestic Flights: Arrive 1.5 to 2 hours in advance
Airport Codes
Cologne Airport Code: CGN
ICAO Code: EDDK
Contact Information
Customer Service: +49 2203 404 001
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Cologne and Bonn the same airport?
Yes, Cologne and Bonn share an airport. The Cologne Germany Airport code is CGN.