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Cheap flights from Cologne to South Africa from R9 831

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CGN — JNB
Jan 7 — Jan 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cologne to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cologne to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 December 2025.

Tue 9/1219:40CGN - CPT
1 stop35h 00mLufthansa
Sun 8/36:05CPT - CGN
2 stops28h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12R19 323
Sun 14/1218:15CGN - JNB
1 stop15h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/219:05JNB - CGN
1 stop16h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/12R19 865
Sun 7/1211:40CGN - CPT
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/317:15CPT - CGN
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R20 389
Mon 8/126:00CGN - CPT
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/317:15CPT - CGN
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R20 643
Wed 10/120:50CGN - CPT
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/317:15CPT - CGN
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R21 049
Tue 9/1219:40CGN - CPT
1 stop35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/39:25CPT - CGN
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R21 151
Mon 8/1212:35CGN - CPT
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/129:00CPT - CGN
3 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R21 168
Mon 22/1218:30CGN - CPT
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/129:30CPT - CGN
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R21 320
Tue 9/1211:35CGN - CPT
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/317:15CPT - CGN
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R21 642
Mon 22/1220:20CGN - CPT
1 stop34h 20mLufthansa
Wed 31/129:30CPT - CGN
1 stop34h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 7/12R21 895
Sat 13/1210:15CGN - CPT
3 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/115:25CPT - CGN
3 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R21 963
Wed 31/1217:15CGN - PLZ
2 stops37h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 15/115:45PLZ - CGN
2 stops24h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/12R22 115

Find flight deals from Cologne to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cologne to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 169

One-way from

R9 831

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 469
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 20/1-27/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 10m total
  • Cologne to South Africa
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27/3
  • 27/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 30m total
  • Cologne to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 269 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 853 potential savings vs. average return price).
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CologneJohannesburg

CGN - JNB

CGNJNB

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 13/1

19:40-7:05

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

10:10-8:25

1 stop23h 15m

R11 878

CologneJohannesburg

CGN - JNB

CGNJNB

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 19/1

13:20-9:30

2 stops19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

10:10-19:35

1 stop34h 25m

R12 860

CologneJohannesburg

CGN - JNB

CGNJNB

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 1/3

11:35-10:50

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

19:10-17:15

1 stop23h 05m

R13 401

CologneJohannesburg

CGN - JNB

CGNJNB

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 19/1

15:15-3:55

3 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

9:50-15:40

2 stops30h 50m

R13 807

CologneDurban

CGN - DUR

CGNDUR

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 22/1

18:15-13:30

2 stops18h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 28/1

16:00-10:35

2 stops19h 35m

R14 078

CologneJohannesburg

CGN - JNB

CGNJNB

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 18/4

19:10-10:35

1 stop15h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

17:55-9:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 315

CologneJohannesburg

CGN - JNB

CGNJNB

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 22/4

19:10-10:35

1 stop15h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

17:55-9:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 315

CologneJohannesburg

CGN - JNB

CGNJNB

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 21/4

10:30-10:35

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

17:55-18:10

1 stop24h 15m

R14 315

CologneJohannesburg

CGN - JNB

CGNJNB

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 22/4

19:10-10:35

1 stop15h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

18:00-13:50

1 stop19h 50m

R14 315

CologneJohannesburg

CGN - JNB

CGNJNB

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 20/4

14:50-10:35

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

17:55-9:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 315

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cologne to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cologne to South Africa (average of R3 723). Flying from Cologne to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 509). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CGN to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cologne to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 December 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Cologne to South Africa by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cologne to South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Cologne, you will be flying from Köln/Bonn, which is the city’s only airport. Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) is located 15,2 km from the centre of Cologne.

  • How long is the flight from Cologne to South Africa?

    Airlines like Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, and British Airways fly from Cologne to South Africa in about 22h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 10m. Cologne and South Africa are separated by a distance of 8803 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cologne to South Africa?

    Most travellers choose Cologne Köln/Bonn - Cape Town Intl, Cologne Köln/Bonn - Sun City Resort Pilansberg or Cologne Köln/Bonn - Johannesburg OR Tambo when deciding on the best route from Cologne to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cologne to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cologne to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cologne to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cologne to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cologne to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cologne to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cologne to South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cologne to South Africa (average of R3 723). Flying from Cologne to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 509). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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