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R12 849+ Cheap flights to Cologne

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CGN
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult

Flights to Cologne in 2025

Find the latest flights to Cologne in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 24 March 2025.

Return from

R12 849

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 524
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 21/5-5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Cologne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (R73 059 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 389 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cologne. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 24 March 2025.

Wed 21/517:55JNB - CGN
1 stop19h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/610:30CGN - JNB
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3R12 849
Thu 8/516:50JNB - CGN
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/57:40CGN - JNB
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3R16 544
Sun 13/421:15JNB - CGN
1 stop23h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 24/410:15CGN - JNB
1 stop23h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3R63 446
Sun 13/421:45JNB - CGN
2 stops19h 25mEgyptair
Thu 24/415:55CGN - JNB
1 stop15h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 24/3R72 746

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JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

17:55-13:50

1 stop19h 55m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 5/6

10:30-10:35

1 stop24h 05m

R12 849

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

16:50-17:05

2 stops24h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 15/5

7:40-14:20

2 stops30h 40m

R16 544

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

21:15-20:25

1 stop23h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 24/4

10:15-9:25

1 stop23h 10m

R63 446

JohannesburgCologne

JNB - CGN

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

21:45-17:10

2 stops19h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 24/4

15:55-7:10

1 stop15h 15m

R72 746

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Cologne

How long is the flight to Cologne?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Cologne takes 15 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

Turkish Airlines

From R717

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

From R756

British Airways

British Airways

From R733

SWISS

SWISS

From R679

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cologne?

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

Rainfall in Cologne by month

Plan your trip to Cologne by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Cologne by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cologne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cologne. Reviews last updated 24 March 2025.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
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Crew

7,7

Overall

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Dianne,Aug 2024

IST - SIN

The food was tasty and plentiful. The crew were efficient and courteous. The toilet cubicles were overful with paper rubbish. Could have had more checks to empty.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
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Crew

7,7

Overall

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Dianne,Aug 2024

IST - SIN

The food was tasty and plentiful. The crew were efficient and courteous. The toilet cubicles were overful with paper rubbish. Could have had more checks to empty.
British Airways
6,6
Okay
6 713 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
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Crew

7,7

Overall

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Dianne,Aug 2024

IST - SIN

The food was tasty and plentiful. The crew were efficient and courteous. The toilet cubicles were overful with paper rubbish. Could have had more checks to empty.
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
349 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
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Crew

7,7

Overall

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Dianne,Aug 2024

IST - SIN

The food was tasty and plentiful. The crew were efficient and courteous. The toilet cubicles were overful with paper rubbish. Could have had more checks to empty.

FAQs about flying to Cologne

  • 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 946, while return flights cost around R1 589.

  • 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 (15 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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