Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN).

Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne pass through?

Most connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne pass through Istanbul (IST), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 620 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 1.124 €, a difference of 505 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cologne?

Some of the most popular sights in Cologne are Lanxess Arena, Musical Dome, and Heumarkt. These are among the most viewed places in Cologne on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Cologne?

Cologne is 5 hours ahead of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)?

Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 43 € for economy cars. Top options include: • Flex To Go • Wheego • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne?

Lufthansa (862 €) and Turkish Airlines (909 €) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of 658 €. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Istanbul (IST) had the shortest average connection time for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne stopovers at 15h 45m over the past 3 months.

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Thu, 10. Dec - Thu, 17. Dec

16:05 - 12:25DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

14h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

17:40 - 14:15CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

862 €Lufthansa

3+ days ago

Mon, 11. Jan - Fri, 15. Jan

20:05 - 10:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

32h 25m1 stop Istanbul

11:30 - 18:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 30m1 stop Istanbul

909 €Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, 11. Jan - Fri, 15. Jan

11:42 - 10:30DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

40h 48m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Istanbul

11:30 - 18:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 30m1 stop Istanbul

929 €Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 10. Dec - Thu, 17. Dec

16:05 - 17:45DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

19h 40m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Barcelona-El Prat

17:40 - 14:15CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 35m3 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Barcelona-El Prat Frankfurt am Main

938 €Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, 28. Apr - Wed, 5. May

19:30 - 17:25DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

15h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:20 - 16:57CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

16h 37m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl

941 €United Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 10. Dec - Thu, 17. Dec

20:05 - 17:10DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

15h 05m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 18:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 50m1 stop Istanbul

1.023 €Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 10. Dec - Thu, 17. Dec

16:05 - 19:35DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

21h 30m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Barcelona-El Prat Munich Franz Josef Strauss

17:40 - 14:15CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 35m3 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Barcelona-El Prat Frankfurt am Main

1.046 €Lufthansa

3+ days ago

Mon, 11. Jan - Fri, 15. Jan

17:59 - 19:35DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

19h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:20 - 17:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 20m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Toronto Pearson Intl

1.126 €Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 10. Dec - Thu, 17. Dec

11:16 - 17:10DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

23h 54m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Istanbul

18:10 - 18:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 50m1 stop Istanbul

1.138 €Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, 16. Nov - Wed, 18. Nov

14:45 - 9:40DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

12h 55m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Zurich

6:50 - 18:56CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

18h 06m2 stops Zurich Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1.379 €United Airlines

1 day ago

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How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne?
A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne takes 00m, covering 10.524 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 862 € to 2.373 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)?
Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 43 € for economy cars. Top options include:

• Flex To Go
• Wheego
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne?
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN).
Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne pass through?
Most connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne pass through Istanbul (IST), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cologne. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 620 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 1.124 €, a difference of 505 €.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Cologne?
Cologne is 5 hours ahead of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Cologne?
Some of the most popular sights in Cologne are Lanxess Arena, Musical Dome, and Heumarkt. These are among the most viewed places in Cologne on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average 620 €, which is about 505 € less than Sunday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.

• Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport
• Hotel Spiegel
• Art Hotel Köln

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