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CPT - CGN

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Cheapest return flight
R12 212
Typical prices: R13 466-R19 453
Turkish Airlines
Fri 19/10Thu 25/10
CPT - CGN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 836
Typical prices: R7 966-R13 089
Multiple Airlines
Wed 14/11
CPT - CGN • 3 stops
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 992 (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, Oct 19 - Sun, Oct 25
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16:35 - 18:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
25h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 23:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R12 212Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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17:15 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
18h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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11:30 - 12:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R13 065Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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17:15 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
18h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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11:30 - 12:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R13 114Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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14:00 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
21h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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18:10 - 12:05CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R13 130Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Oct 25
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14:00 - 9:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
19h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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18:10 - 23:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R14 638Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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13:50 - 19:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
30h 45m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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12:00 - 13:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 00m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
R15 245Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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9:30 - 8:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
24h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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13:10 - 7:40CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R16 343Lufthansa
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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18:00 - 18:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
24h 55m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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18:05 - 12:40CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 638Lufthansa
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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18:25 - 0:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
29h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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1:30 - 11:30CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 00m3 stops Milas–Bodrum Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Dubai Intl
R18 245Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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16:35 - 13:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
21h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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14:25 - 14:10CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 45m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R18 884Multiple 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 212. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R13 466 to R19 453. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 212 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 836
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 cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Cologne?

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

  • 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.

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Cologne range from R13 466 to R19 453, with an average of R15 427 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 466 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 212 to R32 752. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 R20 935, which is 120% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R254 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Flex To Go
    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

  • 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 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 819 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R23 638 – a R9 819 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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).

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 819 – about R9 819 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 311 return in that month – typically R13 114 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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