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 Qatar Airways 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 34% 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 October 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.

R5 294 Cheap Flights from South Africa to Cologne in 2026/27

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0:20 - 10:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

35h 10m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 22:25CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 15m1 stop Istanbul

R11 097Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7

0:20 - 10:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

35h 10m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 22:25CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 15m1 stop Istanbul

R11 278Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7

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

24h 55m1 stop Istanbul

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

27h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R11 853Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4

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

18h 15m1 stop Istanbul

18:10 - 12:05CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R12 231Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25

14:30 - 11:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

22h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

12:00 - 13:30CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 30m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole

R13 070Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7

19:45 - 19:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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

12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R13 415Lufthansa

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7

0:20 - 10:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

35h 10m1 stop Istanbul

23:15 - 8:25CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 10m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 415Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7

19:55 - 8:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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

12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R13 431Lufthansa

Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6

19:55 - 8:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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

12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R13 481Lufthansa

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7

9:50 - 9:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Zurich

6:50 - 8:25CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m2 stops Zurich Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 760Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Cologne

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 1

JNB0:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 10m

1 stop

CGN10:30Cologne Köln/Bonn

Nov 7

CGN18:10Cologne Köln/Bonn

27h 15m

1 stop

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 097

Turkish Airlines

Nov 1

JNB0:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 10m

1 stop

CGN10:30Cologne Köln/Bonn

Nov 7

CGN18:10Cologne Köln/Bonn

27h 15m

1 stop

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 278

Turkish Airlines

Nov 26

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

24h 55m

1 stop

CGN17:10Cologne Köln/Bonn

Dec 4

CGN18:10Cologne Köln/Bonn

27h 50m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

R11 853

British Airways flights from South Africa to Cologne

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British Airways

Dec 19

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 45m

1 stop

CGN14:20Cologne Köln/Bonn

Dec 25

CGN14:35Cologne Köln/Bonn

18h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R21 207

British Airways

Dec 19

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 45m

1 stop

CGN14:20Cologne Köln/Bonn

Dec 25

CGN14:35Cologne Köln/Bonn

18h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R22 029

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

0:20-10:30

1 stop35h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 7/11

18:10-22:25

1 stop27h 15m

R11 097

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

0:20-10:30

1 stop35h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 7/11

18:10-22:25

1 stop27h 15m

R11 278

Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

CPTCGN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

17:15-17:10

1 stop24h 55m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Fri 4/12

18:10-23:00

1 stop27h 50m

R11 853

Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

CPTCGN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

17:15-10:30

1 stop18h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 25/11

18:10-12:05

1 stop16h 55m

R12 231

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

14:30-11:45

2 stops22h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 7/11

12:00-13:30

2 stops24h 30m

R13 070

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

19:45-19:35

2 stops24h 50m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 7/12

20:20-9:55

1 stop12h 35m

R13 415

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

0:20-10:30

1 stop35h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 7/11

23:15-8:25

2 stops32h 10m

R13 415

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JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

19:55-8:35

1 stop13h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 6/12

20:20-9:55

1 stop12h 35m

R13 431

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

19:55-8:35

1 stop13h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 7/12

20:20-9:55

1 stop12h 35m

R13 481

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

9:50-9:40

2 stops24h 50m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 7/12

6:50-8:25

2 stops24h 35m

R13 760

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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 R12 116, 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 692.

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	R5 294
Fastest flight time	13h 40m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cologne from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R5 294. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Cologne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 097.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Cologne takes 13h 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 October 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
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 244	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 279 reviews		Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 584	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 454 reviews		Search Turkish Airlines flights

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