Zaventem to Köln (Cologne)
39m The flight from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) covers 187 km (116 miles) and takes approximately 39m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads east on an initial great-circle bearing of 90°, passing near 50.9° N, 5.8° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 20m | 46m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 14m | 40m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 12m | 38m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 13m | 38m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| BRU | CGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Brussels Airport | Cologne Bonn Airport |
| City | Zaventem | Köln (Cologne) |
| Country | Belgium | Germany |
| ICAO | EBBR | EDDK |
| Coordinates | 50.9014, 4.4844 | 50.8659, 7.1427 |
| Elevation | 175 ft | 302 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Zaventem to Köln (Cologne)?
A non-stop flight from Zaventem (BRU) to Köln (Cologne) (CGN) takes about 39m. The great-circle distance is 187 km (116 miles, 101 nautical miles), flying east on an initial bearing of 90°.
How far is Zaventem from Köln (Cologne)?
187 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 116 miles or 101 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between BRU and CGN?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 187 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Other routes from Zaventem
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.