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You can fly direct with Eurowings and Ryanair. Average duration is 3h 08m
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Most punctual • 77% on-time
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 61% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $178 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cologne to Lisbon (CGN-LIS)

 
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cologne to Lisbon flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cologne to Lisbon with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Lisbon?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Lisbon, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Lisbon?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Lisbon at $116 round-trip.
  • October ($342) and August ($340) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 194% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cologne to Lisbon the cheapest?

Flights from Cologne to Lisbon are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Cologne to Lisbon flights

Low season

December
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.

When to book flights from Cologne to Lisbon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cologne to Lisbon based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cologne to Lisbon flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cologne to Lisbon flights?

    Among airlines operating Cologne to Lisbon flights:

    • Eurowings: offers free seat selection
    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Cologne to Lisbon?

    2 airlines operate flights between Cologne and Lisbon. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Eurowings
    • Ryanair

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cologne to Lisbon?

    Flights from Cologne to Lisbon usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cologne to Lisbon flights?

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

    • Eurowings: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cologne to Lisbon?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cologne to Lisbon.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cologne to Lisbon?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $178 round-trip via London Stansted (STN), compared to $300 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cologne to Lisbon?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $23–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cologne to Lisbon?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Eurowings and Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cologne to Lisbon pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cologne to Lisbon most commonly connect through:

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • London Stansted (STN) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cologne to Lisbon?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Cologne to Lisbon route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $271 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $328, a difference of $57. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Cologne to Lisbon?

    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 Lisbon route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 2 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lisbon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lisbon are Chiado, Lisbon Oriente Station and Centro de Congressos de Lisboa. These are among the most viewed places in Lisbon on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Cologne to Lisbon?

    A nonstop flight from Cologne to Lisbon takes 3h 08m, covering 1,149 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cologne to Lisbon?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:50 am and lands at 9:58 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:20 pm and lands at 12:28 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 08m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cologne to Lisbon flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 16% above the route average of $300. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cologne to Lisbon?

    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.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Cologne to Lisbon?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cologne to Lisbon?

    Flying via Porto (OPO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 42m, compared with 5h 20m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 5h 53m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the time difference between Cologne and Lisbon?

    Lisbon is 1 hour behind Cologne (Western European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)?

    Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Klass Wagen
    · Goldcar Rental SP
    · Drive on Holiday
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Guerin

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cologne to Lisbon flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cologne to Lisbon range from $213 to $382, with an average of $300 over the past 12 months. Anything below $213 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cologne to Lisbon flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $271 - about $57 less than Saturday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cologne to Lisbon trip for January. Fares historically average $116 round-trip in that month - typically $226 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Ryanair is the strongest pick on this route. 77% of Ryanair flights from Cologne to Lisbon arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 77%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 2 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Stansted Airport (STN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $178 round-trip on this route - about $123 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport.
    - B&B Hotel Lisboa Aeroporto
    - Masa Hotel Wellness & Spa Campo Grande Lisbon
    - Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto

Prefer to fly direct from Cologne to Lisbon?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cologne Köln/Bonn to Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Monday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Tuesday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Wednesday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Thursday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Friday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Saturday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Sunday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

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Direct returns

Lisbon Humberto Delgado to Cologne Köln/Bonn

Monday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Tuesday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Wednesday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Thursday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Friday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

Saturday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Sunday

Eurowings,Ryanair

Eurowings,Ryanair

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Cologne to Lisbon

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