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Cheapest return flight
R11 668
Typical prices: R13 123-R17 544
Turkish Airlines
Thu 22/2Tue 6/3
CGN - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 174
Typical prices: R11 395-R14 684
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/1
CGN - JNB • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cologne and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 20% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg R11 321 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 13h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cologne to Johannesburg (CGN-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cologne to OR Tambo

Mon, Feb 22 - Fri, Mar 12
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18:10 - 11:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
17h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R11 668Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29
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18:10 - 11:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
23h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R11 784Turkish Airlines
Sun, Feb 21 - Fri, Mar 12
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11:30 - 10:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 10:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
35h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R11 817Turkish Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 17
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11:30 - 22:25CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
17h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R11 899Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 22
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20:20 - 9:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:55 - 8:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 229Lufthansa
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15
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11:30 - 11:00CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 10:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
16h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R12 459Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Feb 24
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11:30 - 22:25CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
23h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R12 608Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 24
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18:10 - 22:25CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 10:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
16h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R12 740Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 9
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18:10 - 10:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
17h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R12 756Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 9
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18:10 - 10:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
17h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R12 822Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R13 123 to R17 544. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 668 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 36% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

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Key details for Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 80% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Cologne to OR Tambo

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 14 168 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R13 123 to R17 544, with an average of R14 603 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 123 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 668 to R37 370. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 602, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R490 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 68% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R9 460 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R16 250, a difference of R6 790.

    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 Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 58m, compared to 15h 48m via Istanbul (IST) and 17h 34m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Cologne and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 1 hour ahead of Cologne (South Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average R9 460, which is about R6 790 less than Wednesday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for April. Fares historically average R11 751 return in that month – typically R19 282 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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