Direct (nonstop) flights from Cologne to Munich

3 airlines fly nonstop from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich Airport (MUC). It's 272 miles (438 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Eurowings, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines.

CGN
Cologne Bonn Airport
🇩🇪 Cologne, Germany
MUC
Munich Airport
🇩🇪 Munich, Germany
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
272 mi
438 km
CO₂/pax
50 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Eurowings +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Eurowings Eurowings Lufthansa Lufthansa Lufthansa City Airlines Lufthansa City Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Eurowings EW Eurowings
Route
CGN → MUC
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
272 mi
Lufthansa LH Lufthansa
Route
CGN → MUC
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
272 mi
Lufthansa City Airlines VL Lufthansa City Airlines
Route
CGN → MUC
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
272 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cologne to Munich with one stop · direct emits 50 kg CO₂ per passenger

CGN ZRH (Zurich) MUC
Leg 1: 1h 5m (245 mi) Leg 2: 1h (162 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 100 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGN → ZRH
1h 5m · 245 mi
View CGN to ZRH flights →
Leg 2
ZRH → MUC
1h · 162 mi
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CGN PRG (Prague) MUC
Leg 1: 1h 10m (319 mi) Leg 2: 55m (165 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGN → PRG
1h 10m · 319 mi
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Leg 2
PRG → MUC
55m · 165 mi
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CGN BER (Berlin) MUC
Leg 1: 1h 10m (293 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (287 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+164% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGN → BER
1h 10m · 293 mi
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Leg 2
BER → MUC
1h 10m · 287 mi
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CGN VRN (Verona) MUC
Leg 1: 1h 25m (416 mi) Leg 2: 1h (208 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+180% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGN → VRN
1h 25m · 416 mi
View CGN to VRN flights →
Leg 2
VRN → MUC
1h · 208 mi
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CGN VIE (Vienna) MUC
Leg 1: 1h 30m (465 mi) Leg 2: 1h (221 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+204% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGN → VIE
1h 30m · 465 mi
View CGN to VIE flights →
Leg 2
VIE → MUC
1h · 221 mi
View VIE to MUC flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cologne to Munich?

A nonstop flight from Cologne (CGN) to Munich (MUC) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 272 miles (438 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cologne to Munich?

3 airlines: Eurowings, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cologne to Munich?

Yes. 3 airlines: Eurowings, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines.

How far is Cologne from Munich?

The flight distance from Cologne to Munich is 272 miles (438 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Cologne to Munich?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Cologne to Munich?

Roughly 50 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 250 km.

Is the return flight from Munich to Cologne also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cologne to Munich?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Cologne Bonn Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.