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R7 730 Find Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Cologne

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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Cologne (JNB-CGN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Johannesburg to Cologne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Cologne

Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17
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22:00 - 16:20JNB-CGN
19h 20m1 stop
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17:05 - 10:25CGN-JNB
16h 20m1 stop
R14 416British Airways
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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 16:20JNB-CGN
21h 45m1 stop
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17:05 - 10:25CGN-JNB
16h 20m1 stop
R14 434British Airways
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 10
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13:55 - 1:00JNB-CGN
35h 05m2 stops
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7:45 - 7:10CGN-JNB
47h 25m3 stops
R15 248
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Sun, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 19
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9:50 - 22:10JNB-CGN
36h 20m3 stops
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8:15 - 7:10CGN-JNB
46h 55m3 stops
R15 283
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 10
Lufthansa Logo
19:00 - 23:10JNB-CGN
28h 10m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
12:55 - 15:35CGN-JNB
26h 40m2 stops
R15 832Lufthansa
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 10
SWISS Logo
19:35 - 21:35JNB-CGN
26h 00m1 stop
SWISS Logo
6:20 - 9:20CGN-JNB
27h 00m1 stop
R17 618SWISS
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Tue, Sep 30 - Mon, Nov 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:50 - 13:50JNB-CGN
20h 00m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:35 - 10:50CGN-JNB
22h 15m1 stop
R20 908Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 19
Lufthansa Logo
19:00 - 12:15JNB-CGN
17h 15m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
18:55 - 15:35CGN-JNB
20h 40m2 stops
R25 843Lufthansa
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Sun, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 19
SWISS Logo
19:35 - 9:10JNB-CGN
13h 35m1 stop
SWISS Logo
18:40 - 9:20CGN-JNB
14h 40m1 stop
R26 445SWISS
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Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 - 9:30JNB-CGN
21h 10m2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:30 - 10:35CGN-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
R27 011Turkish Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to Cologne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from OR Tambo to Cologne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg to Cologne?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cologne clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Johannesburg to Cologne, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday is the most expensive. Flying from Cologne back to Johannesburg, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cologne?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cologne, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cologne is February, where tickets cost R12 984 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R21 580 and R17 335 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flightR7 730
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from OR Tambo to Cologne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Cologne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Cologne flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cologne?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cologne was R437 for a one-way ticket and R815 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Johannesburg to Cologne?

    Johannesburg airport is called Johannesburg OR Tambo and the only airport in Cologne is Cologne Köln/Bonn.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Cologne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Cologne?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Johannesburg and Cologne, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Cologne, British Airways or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Cologne are British Airways and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of R14 554 and an overall rating of 6,7, British Airways is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R13 661 and an overall rating of 7,3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Cologne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Cologne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Cologne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cologne from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Cologne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cologne with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Cologne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cologne from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Cologne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cologne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from OR Tambo to Cologne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3611 reviews
7,4Comfort
7,9Crew
7,3Food
7,4Entertainment
7,5Boarding
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The flight was operated by IndiGo and not Qatar, which is a budget airline from India. Nevertheless, the flight was uneventful.

10,0 ExcellentGeorgios, Aug 2025BOM - DOH
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The flight was operated by IndiGo and not Qatar, which is a budget airline from India. Nevertheless, the flight was uneventful.

They didn't board by zones and it was a free for all. The 16 hour flight was the most excruciating experience of my life and the seats were TINY... with no leg space and my feet were swollen immediately. The food was so bad it was inedible.

I was denied lounge facility at airport. Explanation was not satisfactory.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

Overall experience was OK. Seats were truly uncomfortable for such a long flight. Food quality was mediocre at best. The staff was great though!

As gold member there is no priority checkin. Meaning you either have to board with your zone or last with business class pax. As economy pax all the baggage bays are filled by the time you arrive

Staff was very friendly. There is no on board entertainment, but it’s such a short flight that it doesn’t matter. We also got a meal which was nice and unexpected due to the length of the flight.

Flight was fine overall. What you would expect from economy seats. I did appreciate the amenities (eyemask, earplugs, small toothbrush and toothpaste, thin socks).

Don't be afraid if you board an Oman Air Airbus A330 - it will take you to Colombo and not Muskat. The Aircraft is leased by Qatar Airways ;-)

The prices and many to choose from: Very unfriendly unprofessional and difficult staff and lacked English skills. Had the pleasure to go to Istanbul in 2022 but went on Jordan Airlines and found Turkey a wonderful place with kind people. The experience as a first time flyer on Turkish Airlines was so disappointing that received not to go into Turkey was so upset about this cruel treatment

It was great except my luggage was C severely damaged over i picked it up off the carousel in London. . A suit case that had been used once does no longer have the use of the extendable arm as it’s broken

Very good overall.... apart from the cost of extra check ed in luggage where they charge £17 per kg, and no option to just buy an extra bag allowance (at least on the route I took)

Everything was very good, except that the plane was an hour and a half late

The check in process at Istanbul airport caused my family a great deal of stress and disappointment due to the following factors: 1) WE HAD TO PAY US$330 for check on bags, despite holding Economy tickets that Turkish airlines website clearly states that flights from Istanbul to Miami had a 2 checked bags allowance. 2) Airport staff not only lacked empathy for senior travelers (75 yrs old and 71 yrs old), but were also rude as well. The supervisor at check it offered "if you don't pay for the bags, you can just remain and sleep at the airport for however long you wish. What a terrible way to treat customers !!! 3) We were bumped from agent to agent to agent FIVE times, showing everyone the communication we received telling us we had the 2 bags entitlement. Two elderly people lugging 4 suitcase around and around the Turkish terminal. Again, what a sad way to treat customers !!! 4) We need a case opened to get a refund for the amount we paid. Something is amiss, screams unethical, and sounds unscrupulous......At First , we were told we must pay for 4 bags. All of a sudden, it became 2 bags, and finally all 4 bags were checked on with payments demanded for 2. Why did it vary from agent to agent???? 5) OVERALL, A TERRIBLE AND SUSPICIOUSLLY UNSCRUPULOUS EXPERIENCE FLYING WITH TURKISH AIRLINES. WE ARE TERRIBLY DISAPPOINTED AND SAD THAT OUR VISIT TO A BEAUTIFUL CITY ENDED IN SUCH A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE

The flight was great. From the first to the last step, the staff was very helpful and understanding. I also always enjoy Turkish Airlines food because it’s flavorful, fresh (like salads and very delicious bread ) and has special things like olives, dates… I loved that bean salad and apricot pie. I also enjoyed the movies. Thank you!

I liked the ability to walk and stand in the crew area. I hated the security check experience before boarding. The airport staff were so rude, yelling at us unnecessarily, delaying us on purpose, and even threatening to call the police on us!

Crew members, pilots and flight attendants are excellent. Beside, that, customer service is very lacking in all aspects of Turkish airlines

Cleanliness of seats, trays, storage pockets need more attention, but everything else was good.

Everything was great except that everyone were putting backpacks and small bags in the overhead compartment instead under the seat so there was no room for carry on-s

Flight cancelled support worse than useless. Asking me to drive back and forth between terminal, I was expecting supervisor call within 30 minutes, never happened.

They didn't open the Check-in desks for almost an hour after they should've been open (even though encouraged us to check-in our carry-on luggage because it was going to be a full flight). They alerted us that the flight would be delayed but slow-rolled informing us of the extent of the delay...which ended up being over 3 hours. As a result of this, I missed my connecting flight and had to stay over-night in Munich when it would've been a lot better for me to just stay in Warsaw another night....Lufthansa wasn't done with me yet though as I had more bad experiences with them after getting to Munich.

The plane was delayed by two hours in Chicago which led to us missing the next flight. Lufthansa rebooked the flight and booked us a hotel for the night in Frankfurt. The level of customer service and getting us taken care of was superb. The flight crew and the service on the ground was superb.

Efficiency of staff, and comfort and cleanliness of aircraft was all great. Maybe a hot drink without payment at that time in the morning would be good!

Stop charging for alcohol overseas flights and start taking cash again not everyone wants to pay with card if the person is bigger give him seat on the outside seats not the middle in between the people is common sense and mainly if you fly for Lufthansa provides the sam service and experience...

good entertainment package but rather small seats for business class

Late departing Budapest, very stressful change in Munich though we made it since connecting flight was delayed.

Booked Economy but it translated to economy light for Lufthansa so now we are stuck paying an extra $75 per person both ways for our checked bags. If I had known that, I would have never booked these tickets because it came out to be more than other options. The booking in the kayak side clearly says Economy and has a link to the inormation for Lufthansa which states Economy included a checked bag. Super annoyed about that.

Staff was very professional friendly food was okay i used the lufthansa app and it was great told me immediately what gate I should go i would fly with lufthansa anytime

The flight was ok, but the chargers did not work, and the speakers in the back of the cabin did not either. The seats are too small, and the food was terrible. However, I am writing because the crew was extremely rude, not only that, but they also kept the curtains closed, forgot to clear our trays, the bathrooms were filthy, and trash was piling up. Additionally, one of the attendants had her earbuds on while in the cabin. From the movement, it seemed like she was listening to music, so not even the safety aspect was there. My neighbor s English is not good and they were very dismissive of her. When we deplaned, the crew in the back was just chatting with one another, and the first class attendant was nice and said thank you. It is nice that the crew gets along so well, but they did not take care of the passengers at all. They rushed through all the services and otherwise did not go through the cabin to offer water or anything else. i had the feeling of being unwelcome at a party. I am not a grumpy traveller, but I thought you really needed to know. Thank you, Carin

Last minute charge for 1 checked luggage before boarding which wasn’t mentioned when we bought the tickets months ago. It was an unexpected surprise. We had no choice but to pay to board. Most airlines allow your first luggage free.

Boarding was efficient and quick, crew was very attentive, seats were comfortable.

Terrible service especially for premium economy. Much more comfortable seats on other providers

Friendly hosts/hostesses; dinner was of acceptable, but mediocre standard

They lost my luggage. Lady who was helping with it in Austin was rude. Not very helpful!

A little better than outward journey but mild chaos at the boarding gate because some people with boarding cards from connecting flights had cards which weren't recognised

Our original booking with Kayak -our first experience -was exactly what we wanted and worked well. Updates were friendly and reassuring as were the contacts with UnderPricer so a big win-win. We learned a lot on your reliability and will definitely put you on our organisational list for the future.

I don’t understand why a reputable airline like BA would delegate their London flights to AA. Makes no sense to me, as most domestic carriers do such a poor job these days. Terminal 3 at LHR is a total dump

LCY airport is an amazing airport and I love the flight from LCY to FRA with BA. Efficient, easy, comfortable and great luggage allownace with BA. I iused to fly predominantley LH, but the service and price - benefit ratio of Lufthansa has deteriorated a lot over the last 5 years. Whereas BA keeps an excellent service level with friendly staff.

The information in the airport, and the app was different. Be aware. Different terminals in Stuttgart, so we had to walk a lot. It's a small airport so it wasn't a big deal, but it was ludicrous to see the error in the app.

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