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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Leipzig flights are currently cheapest in May.

Cologne to Leipzig: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Leipzig below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Leipzig.

Cologne to Leipzig: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs24,864
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Leipzig: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Leipzig is Rs95,088. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cologne to Leipzig. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs95,088.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Cologne to Leipzig.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Leipzig is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Leipzig Airport on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cologne Airport and Leipzig Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Leipzig but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Leipzig is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Leipzig.

Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): what you need to know

  • Cologne and Leipzig share the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your CGN to LEJ flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CGN and LEJ include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Stansted Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

  • Right now, Rs24,792 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs95,088. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CGN to LEJ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CGN to LEJ.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • 74.45% of flights departing from Cologne Bonn Airport land at their destination on time.

  • To get to Cologne Bonn Airport from central Cologne, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near CGN:

Arriving at Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LEJ instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and discover more of Leipzig and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Leipzig/Halle Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig

  • Leipzig/Halle Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Leipzig. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 30 minutes.

When to fly to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Leipzig based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport for August if you want to explore Leipzig during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CGN to LEJ sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Germany

  • You've visited Leipzig, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel about 153 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Leipzig. No journey is complete without dropping by Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

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