Jet lag is cumulative, and a poor layover in Cologne shows up sectors later. Aircrew Travel plans Cologne around the crew, not the other way round.
Timing light and sleep in Cologne
Getting daylight at the right local time helps shift the body clock after landing at CGN. A dark, cool room does the rest.
Hydration, food and movement
Avoiding heavy late meals and alcohol protects the quality of sleep before the next duty out of CGN.
- Get daylight at the right local time in Cologne
- Keep the room dark, cool and quiet
- Hydrate and keep late meals light
- Use short, strategic naps rather than one long sleep
Frequently asked questions
How do crews beat jet lag on a Cologne layover?
Well-timed daylight, hydration, light meals and strategic naps — helped by a quiet hotel close to CGN.
Does hotel choice affect jet lag recovery in Cologne?
Very much. A short transfer from CGN and a genuinely dark, quiet room give crews more usable recovery time.