Winter Flight Schedule: Düsseldorf and Cologne Offer More Flights - Düsseldorf & Cologne/Bonn Airports Expand Winter Flight Offerings, Boost Passenger Numbers
Düsseldorf Airport and Cologne/Bonn Airport have both published their winter flight schedules, revealing increased offerings and passenger numbers. Düsseldorf Airport's busiest day in 2025 was October 12, with over 86,000 travelers, while Cologne/Bonn Airport expects around 10 million passengers by the end of the year, with the busiest day also falling on October 12.
Düsseldorf Airport anticipates a four to five percent increase in passenger numbers for 2025 compared to last year. The airport served over 24 million passengers in 2024 and expects to exceed this number in the current calendar year. During the winter solstice, Düsseldorf Airport will offer flights to over 130 destinations across 46 countries, a slight increase from last winter.
Cologne/Bonn Airport's winter schedule sees 22 airlines serving 71 destinations in 30 countries, an increase from the previous winter season. The airport expects to serve around 10 million passengers by the end of 2025, with the busiest day of the year being October 12, with over 45,000 passengers. From October 26, 2025, to March 29, 2026, 22 airlines will serve Cologne/Bonn Airport, offering flights to 71 destinations in 30 countries.
Both Düsseldorf Airport and Cologne/Bonn Airport have launched their winter flight schedules with slightly expanded offerings for travelers. Düsseldorf Airport anticipates a growth in passenger numbers, while Cologne/Bonn Airport expects to serve around 10 million passengers by the end of 2025.