Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
The timezone in Cologne is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your YVR to CGN flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
P17,225 is the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. A return flight starts at P42,735. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from YVR to CGN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 71.77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near YVR:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're landing on a late Vancouver International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near CGN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and explore beyond Cologne's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Cologne. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Cologne in January.
Book your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport for August if you'd like to visit Cologne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YVR to CGN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cologne. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.