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

• Earliest: departs at 07:05 and lands at 08:07
• Latest: departs at 20:20 and lands at 21:22.

The flight takes about 1h 02m.

A direct flight from Cologne to Munich takes 1h 02m, covering 701 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Cologne to Munich range from €157 to €276, with an average of €199 over the past 12 months. Anything below €157 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 56% above the €199 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge €15–€90 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and Eurowings. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Cologne to Munich flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, Afternoon flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Cologne and Munich is around €171 return, with a flight time of about 1h 05m. Recent return bus fares are around €47 return, with a trip time of about 7h 55m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 73% lower. However, the bus takes about 6+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Cologne to Munich are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €200, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.

Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging €47 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Flex To Go
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Sixt
• Avis

Flights from Cologne to Munich usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

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 Munich route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 27m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Cologne to Munich. Friday is the cheapest departure day at €190 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at €231, a difference of €40.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Cologne and Munich. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Lufthansa
• Lufthansa City Airlines
• Eurowings

Some of the most popular sights in Munich are Marienplatz, Theresienwiese, and Allianz Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Munich on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Cologne to Munich flights:

• Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Eurowings: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Eurowings: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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