London to Cologne by flight + train
This route from London to Cologne is not by plane the whole way: by flight, train it takes about 4h 30m in total, run by Lufthansa, Deutsche Bahn. A quicker option we found is train, at 4h 20m.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €170
- Total journey
- 4h 30m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- Lufthansa, Deutsche Bahn
Checked Oct 14 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1London Heathrow to Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa1h 35mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Frankfurt am Main - 2Frankfurt am Main to Cologne
Deutsche Bahn55mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
London to Cologne flights by date
The cheapest one-way fare we have seen for each day. Price and seats are confirmed in the flight search.
- Tue, Dec 1 · 22:25Ryanair · direct · 1h 15mseen Sat, Oct 3€34See flights
- Wed, Dec 2 · 19:45Ryanair · direct · 1h 15mseen Sat, Oct 3€76See flights
- Thu, Dec 3 · 11:40Ryanair UK · 1 transfer · 9h 25mseen Sat, Oct 3€71See flights
- Fri, Dec 4 · 18:00Ryanair · direct · 1h 15mseen Sat, Oct 3€75See flights
- Sat, Dec 5 · 18:45Ryanair UK · direct · 1h 15mseen Sat, Oct 3€33See flights
Departures from London to Cologne
FlixBus runs 9 scheduled departures a day, the first at 07:00 and the last at 23:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 9 | 07:00 | 23:00 |
All departures
- 07:00
- 08:00
- 09:00
- 20:30
- 21:00
- 21:30
- 22:00
- 22:30
- 23:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Flight facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the flight only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Flight covers London Heathrow to Frankfurt am Main. The rest of the journey is by train.
Before you travel
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €124Reading date not recorded | 4h 20m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €114Reading date not recorded | 5h 45m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€124Reading date not recorded4h 20m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€114Reading date not recorded5h 45m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Oct 21
London to Cologne by plane: common questions
How long does London to Cologne take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + train together take about 4h 30m, 1 transfer.
How much is a flight ticket from London to Cologne?
The best price in our latest check was €170. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from London to Cologne?
Lufthansa, Deutsche Bahn. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the train better?
The train is faster at 4h 20m. It is cheaper too, at €124.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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