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Cheapest return flight
632 €
Typical prices: 597 €-950 €
Lufthansa
Fri 16.11.Sat 1.12.
CGN - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
469 €
Typical prices: 617 €-833 €
Multiple Airlines
Wed 21.3.
CGN - JNB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cologne and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 21% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg 582 € (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 13h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cologne to Johannesburg (CGN-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cologne to OR Tambo

Mon, 16. Nov - Tue, 1. Dec
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20:20 - 9:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:55 - 8:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
632 €Lufthansa
Sat, 14. Nov - Fri, 27. Nov
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18:10 - 22:25CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 10:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
35h 10m1 stop Istanbul
635 €Turkish Airlines
Thu, 5. Nov - Thu, 19. Nov
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18:10 - 22:25CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 10:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
16h 40m1 stop Istanbul
636 €Turkish Airlines
Sun, 21. Feb - Fri, 12. Mar
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11:30 - 10:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 10:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
35h 10m1 stop Istanbul
638 €Turkish Airlines
Sun, 29. Nov - Mon, 30. Nov
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20:20 - 9:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:55 - 8:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
697 €Lufthansa
Thu, 5. Nov - Thu, 19. Nov
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10:00 - 15:35CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 23:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
34h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
746 €Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5. Nov - Wed, 18. Nov
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11:00 - 13:30CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Manama Bahrain Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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1:35 - 23:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
23h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl London Heathrow
759 €Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5. Nov - Thu, 19. Nov
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10:00 - 15:35CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 23:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
34h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
760 €Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6. Jan - Tue, 2. Feb
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13:10 - 9:40CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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19:45 - 12:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
17h 40m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
792 €Lufthansa
Sun, 29. Nov - Mon, 30. Nov
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13:35 - 9:55CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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15:30 - 8:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
18h 05m2 stops Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
808 €Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from 597 € to 950 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 632 € on Lufthansa.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

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Key details for Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

469 €
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Cologne to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cologne to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 14.168 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from 597 € to 950 €, with an average of 743 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 597 € counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 579 €, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 4 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 59% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at 588 € return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at 870 €, a difference of 282 €.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 58m, compared to 14h 09m via Zurich (ZRH) and 15h 54m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Cologne and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 1 hour ahead of Cologne (South Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average 588 €, about 282 € less than Tuesday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for November. Fares historically average 585 € return in that month – typically 1.096 € less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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