What airport do you fly into for flights to Cologne?

Most people fly into Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) if they book a flight to Cologne. Köln/Bonn is conveniently located just 15,2 km from Cologne’s city centre.

Can I find cheaper flights to Cologne if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cologne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Cologne?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cologne.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cologne?

Cologne Köln/Bonn is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cologne. One-way flights to Cologne Köln/Bonn typically cost R2 984, while return flights cost around R1 610.

Where does the fastest flight to Cologne depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Cologne, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 40 minutes).

Does Cologne Köln/Bonn have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Cologne Köln/Bonn can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Cologne Köln/Bonn?

Yes. Cologne Köln/Bonn has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Moxy Cologne Bonn Airport is the closest property to Cologne Köln/Bonn (1,6 km away from Cologne Köln/Bonn).

R7 429+ Flights to Cologne, Germany

Flights to Cologne in 2025

Return from	R19 854
One-way from	R7 429
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R13 623

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19/3-20/4
2 total stops
32h 05m total
Johannesburg to Cologne

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Wed 19/319:05JNB - CGN

1 stop16h 40mTurkish Airlines

Sun 20/419:10CGN - JNB

1 stop15h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 20/2R19 854

Thu 3/719:25JNB - CGN

1 stop25h 45mBritish Airways

Fri 18/714:20CGN - JNB

1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways

Deal found 20/2R25 772

Thu 3/713:55JNB - CGN

2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 18/712:55CGN - JNB

2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 20/2R26 399

Sun 6/419:35JNB - CGN

1 stop26h 00mSWISS

Sun 13/418:40CGN - JNB

1 stop14h 40mSWISS

Deal found 20/2R26 693

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1 stop16h 40mTurkish Airlines

Sun 20/419:10CGN - JNB

1 stop15h 25mTurkish Airlines

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Thu 3/713:55JNB - CGN

2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines

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2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 20/2R26 399

Sun 6/419:35JNB - CGN

1 stop26h 00mSWISS

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1 stop14h 40mSWISS

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Fri 21/213:20JNB - CGN

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Sat 1/319:45CGN - JNB

3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines

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Fri 21/219:35JNB - CGN

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Sat 1/39:10CGN - JNB

1 stop20h 55mLufthansa

Deal found 19/2R19 873

Fri 21/221:15JNB - CGN

1 stop15h 20mBritish Airways

Sat 1/318:30CGN - JNB

1 stop36h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 19/2R29 532

Wed 19/319:05JNB - CGN

1 stop16h 40mTurkish Airlines

Sun 20/419:10CGN - JNB

1 stop15h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 20/2R19 854

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Sat 8/313:20JNB - CGN

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Deal found 20/2R7 429

Sat 8/319:25JNB - CGN

1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways

Deal found 20/2R17 200

Thu 27/219:05JNB - CGN

1 stop16h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 20/2R51 673

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Return

Price

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

1:15-9:50

3 stops32h 35m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 12/4

22:50-14:40

3 stops39h 50m

R19 338

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/3

19:05-10:45

1 stop16h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 20/4

19:10-10:35

1 stop15h 25m

R19 854

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

19:25-9:15

1 stop13h 50m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 12/4

10:20-7:00

1 stop20h 40m

R26 325

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/4

19:35-21:35

1 stop26h 00m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 13/4

18:40-9:20

1 stop14h 40m

R26 693

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/3

13:20-23:35

2 stops35h 15m

R7 429

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/3

19:25-11:05

1 stop16h 40m

R17 200

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/2

19:05-10:45

1 stop16h 40m

R51 673

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How long is the flight to Cologne?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Cologne takes 16 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Cologne from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Cologne?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cologne are Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and British Airways.

Turkish Airlines

From R717

Lufthansa

From R705

British Airways

From R766

SWISS

From R679

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cologne?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cologne are SWISS, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Cologne by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cologne ranges from 52.0 - 90.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Cologne when rainfall is around 52.0 mm.

Temperature in Cologne by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cologne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cologne

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 568 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 568 reviews

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 568 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

3 832 reviews

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 568 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

British Airways

6,6

Okay

6 762 reviews

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 568 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cologne?
Most people fly into Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) if they book a flight to Cologne. Köln/Bonn is conveniently located just 15,2 km from Cologne’s city centre.
Can I find cheaper flights to Cologne if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cologne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Cologne?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cologne.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cologne?
Cologne Köln/Bonn is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cologne. One-way flights to Cologne Köln/Bonn typically cost R2 984, while return flights cost around R1 610.
Where does the fastest flight to Cologne depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Cologne, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 40 minutes).
Does Cologne Köln/Bonn have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Cologne Köln/Bonn can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Cologne Köln/Bonn?
Yes. Cologne Köln/Bonn has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Moxy Cologne Bonn Airport is the closest property to Cologne Köln/Bonn (1,6 km away from Cologne Köln/Bonn).

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