Köln to Frankfurt am Main flights
Frankfurt am Main lies 153 km (95 mi) south-east of Köln, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Köln | Frankfurt am Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 1 million | 650,000 |
| Elevation | 58 m (190 ft) | 113 m (371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Nearest large airport | CGN, 15 km out | FRA, 13 km out |
| Postal codes | 50667–51149 | 60306–65936 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Köln
Köln is served by 5 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 12,516-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Düsseldorf Airport (DUS, 42 km), Dortmund Airport (DTM, 80 km), Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST, 83 km), Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport (NRN, 93 km).
Arriving in Frankfurt am Main
Frankfurt am Main is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Mannheim-City Airport (MHG, 72 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt Main Airport | FRA | 13 km (8 mi) | 13,123 ft | 364 ft |
| Mannheim-City Airport (regional) | MHG | 72 km (45 mi) | 3,497 ft | 308 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Frankfurt am Main from Köln?
153 km (95 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Köln.
How long does it take to get from Köln to Frankfurt am Main by air?
About 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Köln and Frankfurt am Main?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Which airports are used for Köln to Frankfurt am Main flights?
Typically Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA); Frankfurt am Main also has MHG.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.