Which airports can I use when flying from Cologne to Los Angeles?

Flights from Cologne to Los Angeles usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cologne to Los Angeles?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cologne to Los Angeles: • Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Cologne to Los Angeles pass through?

One-stop flights from Cologne to Los Angeles most commonly connect through: • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 90% of one-stop connections • London Heathrow (LHR) - 7% of one-stop connections • Istanbul (IST) - 3% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cologne to Los Angeles?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Cologne to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $812 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,075, a difference of $263. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Cologne to Los Angeles?

A nonstop flight from Cologne to Los Angeles takes 00m, covering 5,703 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles?

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 are flight prices from Cologne to Los Angeles looking right now?

One-way fares from Cologne to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $420, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 19m, compared with 15h 57m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 25h 07m via Istanbul (IST).

What is the time difference between Cologne and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 9 hours behind Cologne (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include: • Ace • Thrifty • Hertz • Alamo • Dollar

How much should I expect to pay for a Cologne to Los Angeles flight?

Round-trip flights from Cologne to Los Angeles range from $755 to $1,077, with an average of $899 over the past 12 months. Anything below $755 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cologne to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Cologne to Los Angeles typically range from $755 to $1,077. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $676, on Lufthansa.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles at $678 round-trip. •July ($1,307) and August ($1,035) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 92% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles?

Lufthansa ($676) and United Airlines ($687) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Cologne to Los Angeles according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Cologne to Los Angeles?

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) is the most popular layover for the Cologne to Los Angeles route. 90% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MUC.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Cologne to Los Angeles?

Flights via London Heathrow (LHR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $660. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cologne to Los Angeles which airport offers the shortest layover?

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) had the shortest average connection time for Cologne to Los Angeles layovers at 9h 13m over the past 3 months.

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Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 28

9:20 am - 3:15 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

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5:30 pm - 4:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

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8:30 am - 3:15 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

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5:30 pm - 7:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

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$677Lufthansa

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9:20 am - 3:15 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

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$679Lufthansa

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8:20 pm - 3:15 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

27h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:11 pm - 7:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

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8:20 pm - 3:15 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

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1:35 pm - 11:04 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

18h 29m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss San Francisco

5:30 pm - 4:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

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$684Lufthansa

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9:20 am - 3:15 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

14h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:00 am - 4:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$687United Airlines

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9:20 am - 3:15 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

14h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:00 am - 4:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$687United Airlines

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9:20 am - 10:55 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

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6:20 am - 9:35 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

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1:05 pm - 10:20 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

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16h 35m2 stops San Diego Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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8:40 pm - 6:08 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

30h 28m2 stops Vienna Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:30 am - 9:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

25h 45m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich

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6:20 am - 9:35 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

24h 15m2 stops Zurich Vancouver Intl

10:55 pm - 9:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

37h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich

$1,030Air Canada

Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 29

6:20 am - 9:35 pmCGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-LAX Los Angeles

24h 15m2 stops Zurich Vancouver Intl

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Price, demand and travel trends for Cologne to Los Angeles flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cologne to Los Angeles? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cologne to Los Angeles departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Cologne to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles at $678 round-trip.
•July ($1,307) and August ($1,035) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 92% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cologne to Los Angeles?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cologne to Los Angeles:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Cologne to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from Cologne to Los Angeles takes 00m, covering 5,703 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cologne to Los Angeles?
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 much should I expect to pay for a Cologne to Los Angeles flight?
Round-trip flights from Cologne to Los Angeles range from $755 to $1,077, with an average of $899 over the past 12 months. Anything below $755 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Cologne to Los Angeles looking right now?
One-way fares from Cologne to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $420, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?
Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar
Which airports can I use when flying from Cologne to Los Angeles?
Flights from Cologne to Los Angeles usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cologne to Los Angeles pass through?
One-stop flights from Cologne to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 90% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 3% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cologne to Los Angeles?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Cologne to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $812 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,075, a difference of $263.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cologne to Los Angeles?
Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 19m, compared with 15h 57m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 25h 07m via Istanbul (IST).
What is the time difference between Cologne and Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is 9 hours behind Cologne (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?
Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $812, about $263 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cologne to Los Angeles trip for January. Fares historically average $678 round-trip in that month - typically $629 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

• Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
• Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
• Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

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