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Only SunExpress operates flights between Cologne and Samsun.

Flights from Cologne to Samsun usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Samsun Carsamba (SZF).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SunExpress: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Freebird: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cologne to Samsun:

• Economy class
• Business Class

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 279 € return via Antalya (AYT), compared with 301 € for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 18 €–86 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SunExpress and Eurowings. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

One-stop flights from Cologne to Samsun most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 77% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 22% of one-stop connections
• Antalya (AYT) – 1% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Cologne to Samsun route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 276 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 456 €, a difference of 180 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cologne to Samsun:

• Earliest: departs at 7:40 and lands at 11:25
• Latest: departs at 20:50 and lands at 0:35.

The flight takes about 3h 45m.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 9% above the route average of 307 €. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from Cologne to Samsun takes 3h 45m, covering 3.999 km.

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.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 218 € to 1.187 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Cologne to Samsun are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 114 €, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 56m, compared to 8h 57m via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) and 8h 59m via Antalya (AYT).

Samsun is 1 hour ahead of Cologne (Turkey Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Samsun Carsamba Airport (SZF) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around 16 € for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Garenta
• ESSENCE CAR RENTAL
• Sixt
• Budget

Return flights from Cologne to Samsun range from 240 € to 450 €, with an average of 307 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 240 € counts as a good deal.