How long does it take to fly to Cologne?

The flight from South Africa to Cologne depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg (a popular airport in South Africa) to Cologne (the most popular airport in Cologne), then the flight time is 16h 40m on average. If you fly from Cape Town (another popular airport in South Africa) to Cologne, then the average flight time is 18h 15m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn?

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn

Which airlines fly to Cologne?

Lufthansa, Condor and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cologne from South Africa according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cologne. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Cologne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R7 802 Cheap Flights from South Africa to Cologne in 2026/27

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16:35 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

25h 40m1 stop Istanbul

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

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R12 179Turkish Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Oct 25

16:35 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

25h 40m1 stop Istanbul

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

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R12 212Turkish Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Oct 25

18:00 - 18:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 15m1 stop Istanbul

11:30 - 22:25CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R12 556Turkish Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27

18:50 - 10:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

16h 40m1 stop Istanbul

11:30 - 11:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R13 031Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Mar 1

17:15 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

18h 15m1 stop Istanbul

11:30 - 12:05CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R13 048Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

17:15 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

18h 15m1 stop Istanbul

11:30 - 12:05CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R13 064Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

12:20 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

49h 30m2 stops Cape Town Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

20:20 - 9:55CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R14 408Lufthansa

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 12

17:15 - 17:10CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 55m1 stop Istanbul

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

23h 25m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 654Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 3

21:45 - 12:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

15h 25m1 stop Cairo

7:55 - 7:10CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 15m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Cairo

R15 605Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 14

20:25 - 17:10CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

21h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

18:10 - 17:20CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 10m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 063Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 3

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Nov 2

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 00m

1 stop

CGN9:40Cologne Köln/Bonn

Nov 11

CGN6:50Cologne Köln/Bonn

32h 25m

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JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 031

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Oct 31

JNB12:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 20m

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CGN9:40Cologne Köln/Bonn

Nov 11

CGN6:50Cologne Köln/Bonn

26h 10m

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JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 359

SWISS

Oct 31

JNB13:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 05m

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CGN22:05Cologne Köln/Bonn

Nov 13

CGN6:50Cologne Köln/Bonn

26h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 080

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Cologne

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 19

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

25h 40m

1 stop

CGN18:15Cologne Köln/Bonn

Oct 25

CGN18:10Cologne Köln/Bonn

27h 50m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

R12 179

Turkish Airlines

Oct 19

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

25h 40m

1 stop

CGN18:15Cologne Köln/Bonn

Oct 25

CGN18:10Cologne Köln/Bonn

27h 50m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

R12 212

Turkish Airlines

Oct 12

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

CGN18:15Cologne Köln/Bonn

Oct 27

CGN11:30Cologne Köln/Bonn

33h 55m

1 stop

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 556

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Mon 19/10

16:35-18:15

1 stop25h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 25/10

18:10-23:00

1 stop27h 50m

R12 179

Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/10

16:35-18:15

1 stop25h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

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18:10-23:00

1 stop27h 50m

R12 212

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

18:00-18:15

1 stop24h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 27/10

11:30-22:25

1 stop33h 55m

R12 556

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/1

18:50-10:30

1 stop16h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 1/3

11:30-11:00

1 stop22h 30m

R13 031

Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

CPTCGN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

17:15-10:30

1 stop18h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 23/11

11:30-12:05

1 stop23h 35m

R13 048

Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

CPTCGN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

17:15-10:30

1 stop18h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 23/11

11:30-12:05

1 stop23h 35m

R13 064

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

12:20-12:50

2 stops49h 30m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 12/11

20:20-9:55

1 stop12h 35m

R14 408

Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

CPTCGN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

17:15-17:10

1 stop24h 55m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 3/12

18:10-18:35

2 stops23h 25m

R14 654

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JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

21:45-12:10

1 stop15h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 14/11

7:55-7:10

2 stops22h 15m

R15 605

Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

CPTCGN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

20:25-17:10

2 stops21h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 3/12

18:10-17:20

2 stops22h 10m

R17 063

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cologne?

The cheapest month to fly to Cologne from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 621, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Cologne in February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Cologne during November average around R12 654.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Cologne flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Cologne flight.

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Best price found	R7 802
Fastest flight time	16h 40m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cologne from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R7 802. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Cologne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 179.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Cologne takes 16h 40m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Cologne. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Cologne.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Cologne

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Cologne

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 452 reviews		Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R11 751	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 248 reviews		Search Lufthansa flights

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