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?

Connecting flights from Cape Town to Cologne most commonly pass through: • Istanbul (IST) – 97% of one-stop connections • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 3% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Cape Town to Cologne. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 103 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R23 843, a difference of R11 740. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Cape Town to Cologne?

A direct flight from Cape Town to Cologne takes 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 R11 525 to R37 298. 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 905, which is 24% below 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 Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 43m, compared to 20h 29m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

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 R263 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 R12 559 to R19 127, with an average of R13 939 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 559 counts as a good deal.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Cologne typically range from R12 559 to R19 127. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 525 on Turkish Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cologne. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 71% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cape Town to Cologne?

Turkish Airlines (R11 525) and Lufthansa (R16 336) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Cologne according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Cologne?

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular stopover for the Cape Town to Cologne route. 97% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via IST.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Cologne?

Flights via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R12 096. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cape Town to Cologne, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Istanbul (IST) had the shortest average connection time for Cape Town to Cologne stopovers at 11h 33m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: R12 559-R19 127

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May

Cheapest • 11% price drop

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Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6

0:55 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

34h 35m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 23:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R11 525Turkish Airlines

2 days ago

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6

0:55 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

34h 35m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 23:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R11 607Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6

0:55 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

34h 35m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 23:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R11 657Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Dec 13

0:55 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

34h 35m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 23:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R11 740Turkish Airlines

2 days ago

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6

0:55 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

34h 35m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 23:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R11 806Turkish Airlines

1 day ago

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12

0:55 - 17:10CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

17h 15m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 9:45CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 35m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 319Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

15:10 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

18h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

14:00 - 14:10CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 10m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole

R14 336Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sat, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 18

0:55 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

34h 35m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 18:35CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 25m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 584Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12

0:55 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

34h 35m1 stop Istanbul

16:50 - 14:05CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 15m3 stops Malaga Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R14 600Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

9:30 - 8:35CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:20 - 7:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R16 336Lufthansa

3+ days ago

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Cologne? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Cologne departing in November.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cologne?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cologne. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 71% higher.

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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 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 R12 559 to R19 127, with an average of R13 939 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 559 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 R11 525 to R37 298. 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 905, which is 24% below 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 R263 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?
Connecting flights from Cape Town to Cologne most commonly pass through:

• Istanbul (IST) – 97% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 3% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Cologne?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Cape Town to Cologne. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 103 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R23 843, a difference of R11 740.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Cologne?
Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 43m, compared to 20h 29m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R12 103, about R11 740 less than Monday fares (49% 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 417 return in that month – typically R13 228 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.

• Hotel Spiegel
• Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport
• Am Flughafen

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