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Cheapest return flight
R11 153
Typical prices: R12 513-R18 589
Turkish Airlines
Thu 1/11Wed 7/11
JNB - CGN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 659
Typical prices: R7 185-R13 494
Turkish Airlines
Wed 28/11
CPT - CGN • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to Cologne

 
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Recent return flight deals to Cologne

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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0:20 - 10:30Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
35h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 22:25Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R11 153Turkish Airlines
5 hours ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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0:20 - 10:30Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
35h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 22:25Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R11 235Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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0:20 - 10:30Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
35h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 22:25Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R11 433Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6
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0:55 - 10:30Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
34h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 23:00Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
27h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R11 499Turkish Airlines
23 hours ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 2
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19:55 - 8:35Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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13:35 - 9:40Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 05m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
R11 961Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 2
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19:55 - 8:35Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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17:40 - 9:55Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 291Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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14:30 - 11:35Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
22h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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15:05 - 13:30Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 25m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
R12 308Multiple Airlines
23 hours ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 2
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19:45 - 12:25Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
17h 40m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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13:35 - 9:40Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 05m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
R12 505Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
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0:55 - 17:10Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
17h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 9:45Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
38h 35m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 287Multiple Airlines
19 hours ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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15:10 - 8:15Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Cologne Cologne Köln/Bonn
18h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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14:00 - 14:10Cologne  Cologne Köln/Bonn-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
23h 10m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
R14 304Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Cologne

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What is the cheapest flight to Cologne?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cologne is the cheapest route at R11 153 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Cape Town to Cologne is the most popular connection with return deals from R11 499.

How much is a flight to Cologne?

On average, a return flight from South Africa to Cologne costs R13 783, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport average R13 365, while Cape Town runs a bit higher at R13 908.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Cologne?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cologne at R12 258 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Monday is the most expensive at R18 692.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cologne?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Cologne with an average price of R11 697 return.
•March (R25 588) and June (R21 216) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cologne?

Night flights to Cologne are the cheapest at R13 363 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at R13 908.

What is a good deal for flights to Cologne?

Flights under R12 513 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Cologne at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R11 874.

Key details for flights to Cologne

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R5 659
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Cologne

When to book flights to Cologne

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  • How do I know if a flight to Cologne is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Cologne is around R12 513 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Cologne?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Cologne are from Johannesburg, starting at R11 153 return.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Cologne?

    British Airways operates the most flights from South Africa to Cologne at 0 per week, while Turkish Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Cologne. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

Your guide to booking Cologne flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to Cologne, a good return fare is around R12 513. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Cologne in February. Return fares historically average R11 697, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to R544 on a return flight. Evening flights to Cologne average R13 363 compared to R13 908 for afternoon flights.

Reviews of the top airlines flying to Cologne

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with 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
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4455 reviews
7,3Comfort
7,5Food
7,5Entertainment
7,3Boarding
7,8Crew
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Flight got cancelled for good (apparently due to jet fuel concerns), and we had to re-book to Hannover, Germany instead.

2,0 MediocreAnonymous, May 2026
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Flight got cancelled for good (apparently due to jet fuel concerns), and we had to re-book to Hannover, Germany instead.

Food wasn’t good but not their fault as I should have pre selected

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

Their weakness is in boarding. Business class rarely boards first and there are no announcements explaining delays, so customers are always left waiting and wondering why boarding has paused.

My experience was amazing. Very friendly hosts and impeccable service.

Everything was great except the meat served was tough and overcooked!

Lost long time boarding because of a system anticipation done and they took to long to rectify when travel avant told them .

Friendly cabin crew and the flight was on time. Would recommend toanyone

There was a Turkish Airlines employee sat in 16A in the row in front of us. We understood that she was a Turkish Airlines employee from her interaction with the cabin crew and the fact that she boarded business but was sitting in economy with us. What annoyed us was the extremely loud conversation she had for the majority of the 12 hour flight with two men, one of which was leaning over the chair in front of her. This was annoying as they were so loud that my wife and I could still hear them despite wearing our noise cancelling earphones. No intervention was taken by the cabin crew. Secondly, she ordered some extra meals from the crew, which we believe to have come from business class, for her male friends. Seeing this in economy is very disheartening. Lastly, one of her male friends pulled out an e-cigarette and was only mildly reprimanded by the cabin crew. Overall, we consider this behaviour completely inappropriate of a Turkish Airlines employee. Next time we will book with Emirites, I don’t think that their employees would be allowed to behave in this manner.

I requested a special meal (kosher) several months ahead of the flight . It was listed on the Turkish air website that I had a kosher meal. In-flight, there was no kosher meal. I was not able to eat during the nearly 8-hour flight. There also was no kosher meal on the second leg of the trip. The flight attendants said there was nothing they could do. They had no idea why the kosher meal was not provided. Very bad meal service.

how cold Sofia - Munich (first leg of an overseas trip Sofia to Boston, with transfer in Munich) not have any in-flight free snack and drink and one has to purchase those separately - at very overpriced prices at that, despite the high price of the ticket itself! I will will Ryan Air or Wizz Air and pay low-budget ticket if I wanted a zero frills flight. This is not acceptable. Coffee/tea and a mini sandwich or snack should be served on the 1st leg of an international trip with the airline.

No food available for purchase on a 2:30h flight around lunchtime… Lufthansa hand luggage policy and behaviour makes you feel you’re on Ryanair but paid three times as much

My premium economy experience did not live up to my minimum expectations. I've taken this flight twice in the last three weeks, and each experience was the same. The premium economy seat was worn and extremely difficult to recline. It took two people to return it to its takeoff and landing position. The food was OK, but for the premium that a premium economy seat cost, I expect a satisfying meal. Years ago, I looked forward to the experience of flying transatlantic on Lufthansa (I especially enjoy the hot towel before the meal), but this is not been my experience recently. I'm not going to use Lufthansa again.

If was mostly my own fault. I booked and paid for a window seat. That was a mistake for a long flight. It was hard to get up and use the bathroom. The entertainment system seemed primitive for a modern aircraft.

This was a very full flight and was basic economy, instead I'd economy's plus.

It was a safe and smooth flight. Members of the crew at the second level, business could have been more polite and engaging.

Our seats were not together - one on upstairs business class, the other nicer downstairs business class. Terrible!! A very nice agent worked hard with other passengers & got us upstairs together. Not ideal experience. Check in agent should have caught that! Asked about upgrade to first class for additional $2500 each. Refused upgrade saying we upgraded once already. We booked on business class to begin with so we’re NOT happy!!

Excellent once on board. Security staff at Johannesburg rude and aggressive.

Efficient boarding process. Staff are nice. Food should be better.

Our entertainment/movie and audio did not work during our flight. Two of our bags did not make it to our final home destination. No personal assistant. Everything is via email/web with no assistance.

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