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 16h 50m.

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 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cologne. Keep in mind that there are 11 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 August 2026, there are 3 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.

R4 834 Cheap Flights from South Africa to Cologne in 2026

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0:10 - 11:20CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

35h 10m1 stop London Gatwick

20:15 - 22:10CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 55m1 stop London Stansted

R11 333Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 7

13:30 - 10:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

46h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Istanbul

18:10 - 9:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 30m2 stops Istanbul Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R11 846Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

16:35 - 9:25CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

16h 50m1 stop Istanbul

19:15 - 11:50CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R12 006Turkish Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Oct 6

13:30 - 17:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

28h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Istanbul

18:10 - 11:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R12 134Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

8:45 - 12:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

27h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

13:05 - 6:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R12 198Lufthansa

Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 22

0:10 - 0:55CPT Cape Town Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

24h 45m2 stops London Gatwick Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

20:15 - 22:10CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 55m1 stop London Stansted

R12 342Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 7

14:05 - 18:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

28h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow

23:15 - 4:00CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

R13 527Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 22

15:25 - 21:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

30h 10m2 stops Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl Zurich

18:05 - 6:40CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R13 687Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 22

19:00 - 12:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

17h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

13:05 - 8:35CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

R13 895Lufthansa

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 5

19:00 - 12:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

17h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

13:05 - 8:35CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

R14 215Lufthansa

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

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Lufthansa flights from South Africa to Cologne

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Lufthansa

Sept 14

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 40m

1 stop

CGN12:25Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sept 22

CGN13:05Cologne Köln/Bonn

17h 35m

1 stop

JNB6:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 198

Lufthansa

Sept 27

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 25m

2 stops

CGN12:25Cologne Köln/Bonn

Oct 5

CGN13:05Cologne Köln/Bonn

19h 30m

2 stops

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 895

Lufthansa

Oct 8

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 25m

2 stops

CGN12:25Cologne Köln/Bonn

Oct 15

CGN13:05Cologne Köln/Bonn

19h 30m

2 stops

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 215

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Cologne

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on South Africa to Cologne flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Nov 19

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 00m

2 stops

CGN10:30Cologne Köln/Bonn

Nov 23

CGN18:10Cologne Köln/Bonn

38h 30m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 846

Turkish Airlines

Sept 27

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

16h 50m

1 stop

CGN9:25Cologne Köln/Bonn

Oct 6

CGN19:15Cologne Köln/Bonn

16h 35m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

R12 006

Turkish Airlines

Nov 19

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 40m

2 stops

CGN17:10Cologne Köln/Bonn

Nov 23

CGN18:10Cologne Köln/Bonn

15h 50m

1 stop

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 134

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Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

CPTCGN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

0:10-11:20

1 stop35h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 7/10

20:15-22:10

1 stop25h 55m

R11 333

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:30-10:30

2 stops46h 00m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 23/11

18:10-9:40

2 stops38h 30m

R11 846

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Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

CPTCGN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

16:35-9:25

1 stop16h 50m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 6/10

19:15-11:50

1 stop16h 35m

R12 006

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:30-17:10

2 stops28h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 23/11

18:10-11:00

1 stop15h 50m

R12 134

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

8:45-12:25

1 stop27h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 22/9

13:05-6:40

1 stop17h 35m

R12 198

Cape TownCologne

CPT Cape Town Intl - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

CPTCGN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

0:10-0:55

2 stops24h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 7/10

20:15-22:10

1 stop25h 55m

R12 342

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

14:05-18:20

2 stops28h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 22/9

23:15-4:00

2 stops28h 45m

R13 527

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

15:25-21:35

2 stops30h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 22/9

18:05-6:40

1 stop12h 35m

R13 687

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

19:00-12:25

2 stops17h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 5/10

13:05-8:35

2 stops19h 30m

R13 895

JohannesburgCologne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

JNBCGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

19:00-12:25

2 stops17h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 15/10

13:05-8:35

2 stops19h 30m

R14 215

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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 350, 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 358.

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

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Cologne flight.

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Best price found	R4 834
Fastest flight time	16h 40m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cologne from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R4 834. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Cologne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 333.

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 August 2026, there are 3 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 001	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 221 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 280	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 481 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R11 628	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 189 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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