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Cheapest return flight
620 €
Typical prices: 575 €-974 €
Turkish Airlines
Fri 21.9.Fri 19.10.
CGN - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
469 €
Typical prices: 595 €-803 €
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7.10.
CGN - JNB • 3 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
March
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg 648 € (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 14h 09m (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, 21. Sep - Mon, 19. Oct
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19:15 - 10:15CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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18:00 - 9:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
15h 25m1 stop Istanbul
620 €Turkish Airlines
Tue, 3. Nov - Wed, 25. Nov
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11:30 - 22:25CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
17h 50m1 stop Istanbul
621 €Turkish Airlines
Mon, 21. Sep - Mon, 19. Oct
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19:15 - 10:15CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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18:00 - 9:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
15h 25m1 stop Istanbul
622 €Turkish Airlines
Mon, 21. Sep - Mon, 19. Oct
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19:15 - 10:15CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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18:00 - 9:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
15h 25m1 stop Istanbul
624 €Turkish Airlines
Tue, 20. Oct - Wed, 28. Oct
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18:00 - 13:30CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 30m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 10:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
21h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl
665 €Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24. Nov - Sun, 6. Dec
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13:35 - 9:40CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 05m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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19:55 - 8:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
13h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
674 €Lufthansa
Wed, 21. Oct - Wed, 28. Oct
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22:50 - 8:45CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 55m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Frankfurt am Main
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19:30 - 20:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
25h 40m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Barcelona-El Prat
720 €Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24. Nov - Sun, 6. Dec
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7:35 - 15:50CGN  Cologne Köln/Bonn-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Dubai Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 - 14:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
27h 50m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Dubai Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
726 €Multiple Airlines
Thu, 11. Feb - Mon, 22. Feb
Lufthansa Logo
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
745 €Lufthansa
Thu, 11. Feb - Mon, 22. Feb
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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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19:45 - 12:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn
18h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
775 €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 start at 620 €. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from 575 € to 974 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 620 € on Turkish Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and is 21% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 44% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

469 €
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 91% increase in price.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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.

  • 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) – 58% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 45%. Saturday is the cheapest day at 567 € return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 1.024 € – a 457 € difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A direct flight from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 0h 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.

  • Have flight prices from Cologne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 620 € to 4.376 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 745 €, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 09m, compared to 14h 20m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 15h 57m via Istanbul (IST).

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around 6 € for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • 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 575 € to 974 €, with an average of 711 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 575 € counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average 567 € – about 457 € less than Friday (45% 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 563 € return in that month – typically 1.056 € 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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