Free official security time slot at CGN

CGNGateWay: free security slots at Cologne Bonn Airport

Reserve CGNGateWay free up to 100 days ahead. Use the separate security entrance in Cologne Bonn Terminal 1, from 10 minutes before to 10 minutes after your slot.

Booking opensUp to 100 days before departure
Airport accessTerminal 1 central security checkpoint
Party sizeUp to 5 passengers
What to showBooking confirmation and boarding pass

What it is

A free, flight-linked security reservation

CGNGateWay is the airport's free alternative to a paid FastTrack pass.

The separate access point is at the central security checkpoint in Terminal 1.

The booked time is generally valid from 10 minutes before until 10 minutes after the selected time.

Good to know

Time slot, not security bypass

The reservation helps you reach security through a planned or dedicated entrance. Normal passenger and hand-luggage screening still applies.

How to book

CGNGateWay in three steps

  1. 1

    Find your CGN departure and choose your party size.

  2. 2

    Pick an available quarter-hour CGNGateWay time slot.

  3. 3

    Arrive at the separate Terminal 1 entrance within the permitted window.

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Frequently asked questions

CGNGateWay FAQ

Is CGNGateWay free?

Yes. CGNGateWay is a free service provided for Cologne Bonn Airport passengers.

How far ahead can I reserve CGNGateWay?

Cologne Bonn Airport currently permits reservations up to 100 days before departure, subject to availability.

Which terminal has the CGNGateWay entrance?

The separate entrance is at the central security checkpoint in Terminal 1.

Is CGNGateWay the same as paid FastTrack?

No. CGNGateWay is a free, flight-linked time-slot reservation. Paid FastTrack products may have different access rules and are not required to use CGNGateWay.

Before you travel

What if no CGNGateWay slots are available?

Try another available time for your flight. If there is no suitable slot, use the regular security queue and follow your airline's airport arrival advice. A reservation does not include check-in, bag drop or passport control.

Fast Track Flights is an independent booking service. Airport access rules and available times are set by the airport.

Airport guidance checked on . Read the official CGNGateWay information.

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