Cheap Flights from Cologne to Athens — $51

The route Cologne — Athens is served by many carriers — 9 in total, including Ryanair, Eurowings, Bringer Air Cargo, SmartWings, Mokulele Airlines, LC Busre SAC, Virgin Australia, Pegasus Airlines, and Silkair. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $51) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

The distance between Cologne and Athens is 1967km (1220 miles). There are 4 direct flights from Cologne to Athens. The time difference between Cologne and Athens is 1h. Flights from Cologne begin at 6:55 AM. The latest flight from Cologne departs at 5:55 PM

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) serves as the primary international gateway for Cologne and the surrounding North Rhine-Westphalia region, combining full-service and low-cost carriers — expect airlines like Eurowings, Ryanair and several legacy carriers to operate routes. It’s about 15–20 km southeast of central Cologne; travel time is typically 25–35 minutes by regional train (S-Bahn/RE) or 30–45 minutes by taxi, with public-transport fares generally modest and taxis costing more. The airport can be a good balance of convenience and lower fares compared with larger hubs, though connections and amenities are smaller than mega-hub airports. Pros: compact layout and frequent regional links. Cons: fewer long-haul options and limited late-night services.

Athens International (ATH) is Greece’s main international gateway and typically serves as the country’s premium hub, attracting major carriers and many long-haul flights alongside regional and low-cost operators. Located about 20 km east of the city center, transfers are commonly by metro (around 40–45 minutes), suburban rail (35–40 minutes) or express bus services (45–60 minutes); taxi rides can take 30–50 minutes depending on traffic, usually with a fixed airport fare for central Athens. Public transit is often the most economical option, while taxis and prebooked transfers add convenience. Pros: broad route network and reliable facilities; cons: can be busy during peak tourism seasons and security/queue times can vary.

In different months, ticket prices from Cologne to Athens vary: minimum — $55 (August 2026), maximum — $123 (July 2026). Typically, the flight costs $86–$91.