Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cologne from £286
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How much do flights to Cologne cost?
Getting from Cologne airport to the city center
Fastest options: S-Bahn train. Best value: Regional trains and buses.
Transport Option | Typical time | Typical cost | Frequency | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
14-16 min | €3 – €4; VRS single ticket | every 20 min (traffic dependent) | fastest to central station | |
12-15 min | €3 – €5; VRS single ticket or Deutschland-Ticket | every 20–30 min (traffic dependent) | quick regional connection | |
25-40 min | €3 – €4; VRS single ticket | every 20–30 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
15-35 min | €30 – €45; metered; varies by traffic and destination | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
15-35 min | €25 – €50; varies by demand and traffic | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | app-based booking | |
15-35 min | €50 – €80; pre-booked fixed rate | pre-booked (traffic dependent) | groups and business travelers | |
15-35 min | €30 – €80; per day; varies by provider and vehicle | on-demand (traffic dependent) | flexibility and onward travel |
Notes:
- Prices in EUR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- The S-Bahn S13 and regional trains depart from the airport's underground station (Terminal 1).
- VRS tickets are valid on S-Bahn, regional trains, and buses within the Cologne/Bonn transport network.
- Taxi fares are metered; ride-hailing prices vary with demand. Road traffic can significantly affect journey times.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Cologne
Check-in for a flight from San Francisco to Cologne
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanair | RYR | FR | No |
| Eurowings | EWG | EW | No |
| JetBlue Airways | JBU | B6 | No |
| TAP Portugal | TAP | TP | No |
| Air France | AFR | AF | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Cologne
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 5°C | 0°C |
| February | 7°C | 1°C |
| March | 11°C | 3°C |
| April | 15°C | 5°C |
| May | 18°C | 9°C |
| June | 22°C | 12°C |
| July | 24°C | 14°C |
| August | 24°C | 15°C |
| September | 20°C | 12°C |
| October | 15°C | 8°C |
| November | 10°C | 4°C |
| December | 6°C | 2°C |
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