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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cologne to Munich:

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 and lands at 8:02
• Latest: departs at 20:20 and lands at 21:22.

The flight takes about 1h 02m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cologne to Munich:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Cologne to Munich takes 1h 02m, covering 701 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Cologne to Munich range from 154 € to 271 €, with an average of 197 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 154 € counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the 197 € route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average 197 € return, compared with 636 € via a stopover through London Heathrow (LHR).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 15 €–89 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and Eurowings. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Cologne to Munich flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, Afternoon flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Cologne and Munich is around 136 € return, with a flight time of about 1h. Recent return bus fares are around 87 € return, with a trip time of about 7h 55m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 36% lower. However, the bus takes about 6+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Cologne to Munich are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 81 €, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 13 € for economy cars. Top options include:

• Flex To Go
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Sixt
• Avis

Flights from Cologne to Munich usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cologne to Munich route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 27m.

Most connecting flights from Cologne to Munich pass through London Heathrow (LHR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Cologne to Munich. Friday is the cheapest departure day at 188 € return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at 218 €, a difference of 30 €.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Cologne and Munich. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Lufthansa
• Lufthansa City Airlines
• Eurowings

Some of the most popular sights in Munich are Allianz Arena, Marienplatz, and Theresienwiese. These are among the most viewed places in Munich on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Cologne to Munich flights:

• Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Eurowings: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Eurowings: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.