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iata: CGN
name: Cologne Bonn Airport
city: Cologne
country: Germany
lastUpdated: '2026-08-31'
officialWebsite: 'https://www.cologne-bonn-airport.com/en/passengers.html'
sources:
  - 'https://www.cologne-bonn-airport.com/en/passengers.html'
  - >-
    https://www.cologne-bonn-airport.com/en/passengers/transport/train-bus-taxi.html
  - 'https://flyctory.com/2025/04/22/the-lounge-cgn-t2-non-schengen/'
  - >-
    https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/germany/cologne-bonn-international/cgn2-the-lounge-koeln-bonn
  - 'https://www.vrs.de/tickets/der-neue-rheinlandtarif'
  - 'https://www.kvb.koeln/abos-und-tickets/preise-und-preisstufen.html'
quickFacts:
  - 'Two terminals (T1 Schengen-focused, T2 non-Schengen) connected airside'
  - Major base for Eurowings and Ryanair
  - >-
    S-Bahn S19 (and regional trains) from the station between terminals — S13
    airport service not currently running
  - 'Current security wait: 0-3 minutes'
  - Strong holiday charter and low-cost focus
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: Arrive 90 min early
    detail: >-
      Book CGN Way slot only if your airline requires it; fast-track available
      for business/Eurowings.
    summary: Security rarely exceeds 10 min even at peaks.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: Check T2 for non-Schengen
    detail: Airside connection exists but adds 5-10 min walk.
    summary: T1 handles most Schengen; T2 for long-haul/Eurowings non-Schengen.
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: Grab at Bistrot or 51° Bar
    detail: Avoid peak meal times near gates for seating.
    summary: Solid grab-and-go and beer options airside in both terminals.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Use Priority Pass early
    detail: Day pass ~€35; limited hot food near closing.
    summary: 'Lounges close 21:00-22:00; arrive before 19:00 for full access.'
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: The Lounge Koeln-Bonn
    zone: Schengen
    hours: '05:00-22:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - Dragon Pass
      - Day pass €35
    bestFor:
      - Work
      - Showers
    summary: >-
      Reliable Priority Pass option with decent food; solid good value before
      20:00.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 1
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Wi-Fi
      - Alcoholic drinks
  - name: The Lounge Koeln-Bonn
    zone: non-Schengen
    hours: '05:00-22:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - Dragon Pass
      - Day pass €35
    bestFor:
      - Long layovers
    summary: >-
      Serves Eurowings/BA/TK; limited atmosphere and food cut-off 90 min before
      close.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 2
    amenities:
      - Wi-Fi
      - Alcoholic drinks
      - Quiet zone
waterOptions:
  - kind: purchase
    name: Bistrot Grab & Go
    zone: airside
    price: €2.50 for 500ml
    summary: Cheapest reliable bottled water airside with quick self-service.
    location: 'Airside near security exit, departures hall'
    terminal: Terminal 1
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: refill
    name: Water fountain
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: 'Clean, fast refill spot right after security for reusable bottles.'
    location: Opposite McDonald's airside near Gate B12 area
    terminal: Terminal 1
    isBestQuality: true
  - kind: free
    name: Lounge water
    zone: airside
    price: Free with access
    summary: Unlimited still/sparkling if you have lounge access.
    location: 'The Lounge Koeln-Bonn, Concourse C'
    terminal: Terminal 1
airportistScore: 7.3
slug: cgn
region: Europe
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# Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Cologne, Germany · Europe
CGN delivers quick security and rail convenience but trades off with limited long-haul lounges and early lounge closures.
## Airportist Score

**7.3 / 10**
- Comfort: 7.0
- Navigation: 7.8
- Food: 7.2
- Transport: 8.5
- Disruption resilience: 7.0

## At a glance

- Passengers: 12M
- Terminals: 2 active terminals
- Typical security: 5 min
- On-time: 78%
- Disruption: normal

## Best for

- Fast security
- Rail connections
- Low-cost holiday flights

## Watch out for

- Lounge closures at 21:00-22:00
- Limited non-Schengen options
- Peak holiday charter crowds

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/cgn/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/cgn/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/cgn/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/cgn/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/cgn/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/cgn/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/cgn/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/cgn/reviews.md)