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Cheapest return flight
R12 045
Typical prices: R13 159-R19 009
Turkish Airlines
Thu 1/3Wed 7/3
CPT - CGN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 737
Typical prices: R7 784-R12 790
Turkish Airlines
Thu 1/2
CPT - CGN • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Cologne. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 20% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Cheapest • Avg R11 718 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 14h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Cologne (CPT-CGN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Cologne

Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 7
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17:20 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
18h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 23:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R12 045Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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17:20 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
24h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 12:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R12 862Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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17:20 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
24h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 12:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R12 878Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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17:20 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
24h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 12:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R12 926Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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17:20 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
24h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 12:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R12 942Turkish Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 7
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14:15 - 8:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
19h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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13:35 - 10:35CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 00m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
R14 320Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
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13:15 - 22:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
33h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl London Stansted
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15:55 - 18:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 10m2 stops London Stansted Dubai Intl
R14 528Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
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8:00 - 21:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 35m1 stop Zurich
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18:40 - 9:25CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 45m1 stop Zurich
R15 922SWISS
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
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8:00 - 21:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 35m1 stop Zurich
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13:05 - 9:30CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
R16 354Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12
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0:10 - 1:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
25h 05m2 stops London Gatwick Barcelona-El Prat
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13:35 - 16:45CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 10m3 stops Vienna Intl Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 466Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Cologne flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Cologne?

Return flights from Cape Town to Cologne start at R12 045. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R13 159 to R19 009. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 045 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cologne?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cologne and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 53% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Cologne flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R7 737
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Cologne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Cologne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Cologne flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Cologne?

    Flights from Cape Town to Cologne usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Cologne?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Cologne.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Cologne pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Cologne most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 88% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 3% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Cologne?

    On the Cape Town to Cologne route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 42%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R13 503 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R23 098 – a R9 595 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Cologne?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Cologne takes 0h 00m, covering 15 280 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Cologne?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Cologne changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 045 to R77 446. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Cologne looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Cologne are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 462, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Cologne?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 12m, compared to 17h 32m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 18h 17m via Istanbul (IST).

  • Which car hire options are available at Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)?

    Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R248 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Flex To Go
    · Wheego
    · Alamo
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Cologne flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Cologne range from R13 159 to R19 009, with an average of R15 075 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 159 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Cologne flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average R13 503 – about R9 595 less than Monday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Cologne trip for May. Fares historically average R12 029 return in that month – typically R12 814 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.
    - Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport
    - Hotel Spiegel
    - Art Hotel Köln

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