Cologne Bonn Airport

EDDK / CGN

Köln (Cologne), DE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
6 kt
150°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDK 040920Z AUTO 15006KT CAVOK 11/05 Q1027 NOSIG
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (302 ft)
Pressure Alt
-111 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -519 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EDDK 040500Z 0406/0512 VRB03KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 0406/0409 3000 BCFG TEMPO 0410/0417 14005KT BECMG 0420/0423 11005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
10:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 140° 5 kt
20:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 110° 5 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDK
06
24
13L ✈️
31R
13R ✈️
31L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 8,067 ft 148 ft CON 64°
0.4 kt 6.0 kt
86° angle
✈️ 13L/31R
Active: 13L
12,516 ft 197 ft ASP 138°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 13R/31L
Active: 13R
6,112 ft 148 ft ASP 138°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDDK

7,807 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.4%
MVFR
25.4%
IFR
8%
LIFR
4.2%

Cologne Bonn Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
3.5%
E
14.9%
SE
40.6%
S
14%
SW
7.8%
W
9.7%
NW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.5°C
Range: -8°C to 29°C
-8°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 13L/31R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 13R/31L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,807 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cologne Bonn Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDK
IATA Code: CGN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 302 ft MSL

Location

City: Köln (Cologne)
Country: DE
Latitude: 50.865898°
Longitude: 7.142740°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,067 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 13L/31R
Length: 12,516 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 6,112 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cologne Bonn Airport

Overview

Cologne Bonn Airport serves as a major international airport located in western Germany, strategically positioned near two significant cities. The airport handles both commercial passenger traffic and cargo operations, with an elevation of 302 feet above mean sea level. Its three runways provide substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Located at 50.865898, 7.142740, the airport experiences typical Central European weather patterns with potential seasonal variations. The three runways (06/24, 13L/31R, and 13R/31L) offer multiple landing options across different wind conditions. Runway lengths range from 6,112 feet to 12,516 feet, accommodating a wide spectrum of aircraft performance capabilities.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in the Rhine Valley presents some terrain considerations for arriving and departing aircraft. With three runways of varying lengths and surface types (concrete and asphalt), pilots have multiple operational options depending on aircraft type and current meteorological conditions. The substantial runway lengths, particularly the 12,516-foot runway 13L/31R, support heavy commercial and cargo aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will primarily depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the parallel runways 13L/31R and 13R/31L providing complementary approach options. The longest runway (13L/31R at 12,516 feet) is likely preferred for larger aircraft and provides significant landing and takeoff performance margins. Pilots should anticipate standard instrument approach procedures typical of a major international airport in the Rhine Valley region.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.