Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know
Cologne and Santander are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Your CGN to SDR flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Santander Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CGN and SDR include:
Malaga Airport
Manchester Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Santander Airport (SDR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Santander Airport flight is ج.م. 2,144. A return plane ticket is currently ج.م. 6,890. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CGN to SDR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Santander Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CGN to SDR.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Santander Airport.
Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
74.45% of flights taking off from Cologne Bonn Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Santander Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near CGN:
Arriving at Santander Airport (SDR)
Consider booking a hotel near SDR if you're taking a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Santander Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Santander Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Click and Rent, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Santander's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Santander Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
From Santander Airport, Santander is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Santander Airport (SDR)
The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Santander Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Santander based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Santander Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Santander, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CGN to SDR in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
Santander has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. About 322 kilometres south-east of Santander, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Santander. No journey is complete without dropping by Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
