Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Cologne?

Flights from San José to Cologne usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Cologne?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from San José to Cologne. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 1.060 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 1.607 €, a difference of 547 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cologne?

Some of the most popular sights in Cologne are Lanxess Arena, Musical Dome, and Heumarkt. These are among the most viewed places in Cologne on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from San José to Cologne?

A direct flight from San José to Cologne takes 00m, covering 14.862 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Cologne?

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 San José to Cologne 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 951 € to 3.619 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San José to Cologne looking right now?

One-way fares from San José to Cologne are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 541 €, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San José and Cologne?

Cologne is 7 hours ahead of San José (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much is a return flight from San José to Cologne?

Return flights from San José to Cologne typically range from 1.060 € to 1.494 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 951 € on Lufthansa.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San José to Cologne?

Lufthansa (951 €) and SWISS (1.077 €) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from San José to Cologne according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheapest return flight

951 €

Typical prices: 1.060 €-1.494 €

Lufthansa

Sun 25.11.Sun 2.12.

SJO - CGN • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

521 €

Typical prices: 642 €-802 €

Multiple Airlines

Wed 7.3.

SJO - CGN • 3 stops

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There are currently no direct flights between San José and Cologne. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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Wed, 25. Nov - Wed, 2. Dec

16:40 - 16:55SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

41h 15m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss

20:20 - 19:15CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

29h 55m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

951 €Lufthansa

Thu, 31. Dec - Mon, 11. Jan

21:00 - 19:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

15h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

20:20 - 14:55CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

49h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich

1.023 €Lufthansa

Thu, 31. Dec - Mon, 11. Jan

21:00 - 19:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

15h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

20:20 - 14:55CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

49h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich

1.063 €Lufthansa

Wed, 25. Nov - Wed, 2. Dec

16:40 - 19:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

19h 55m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:50 - 14:55CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 05m1 stop Zurich

1.069 €Multiple Airlines

Wed, 25. Nov - Wed, 2. Dec

16:40 - 21:15SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

21h 35m1 stop Zurich

6:50 - 14:55CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 05m1 stop Zurich

1.077 €SWISS

Wed, 25. Nov - Wed, 2. Dec

17:15 - 21:50SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

21h 35m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado London Heathrow Munich Franz Josef Strauss

14:55 - 8:50CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 55m3 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss London Heathrow Bogotá El Dorado

1.139 €Multiple Airlines

Thu, 31. Dec - Mon, 11. Jan

21:00 - 19:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

15h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:50 - 18:35CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 45m1 stop Zurich

1.147 €Multiple Airlines

Sun, 15. Nov - Fri, 20. Nov

21:00 - 8:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

28h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

20:20 - 19:15CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

53h 55m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

1.167 €Lufthansa

Thu, 31. Dec - Mon, 11. Jan

7:00 - 21:15SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

31h 15m2 stops Miami Zurich

6:50 - 18:35CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 45m1 stop Zurich

1.203 €Multiple Airlines

Mon, 14. Dec - Tue, 12. Jan

15:13 - 17:10SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

42h 57m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul

11:30 - 22:35CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

42h 05m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl

1.247 €Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from San José to Cologne? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San José to Cologne departing in November.

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How long is a flight from San José to Cologne?
A direct flight from San José to Cologne takes 00m, covering 14.862 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Cologne?
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 San José to Cologne 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 951 € to 3.619 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San José to Cologne looking right now?
One-way fares from San José to Cologne are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 541 €, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Cologne?
Flights from San José to Cologne usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Cologne?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from San José to Cologne. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 1.060 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 1.607 €, a difference of 547 €.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between San José and Cologne?
Cologne is 7 hours ahead of San José (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Cologne?
Some of the most popular sights in Cologne are Lanxess Arena, Musical Dome, and Heumarkt. These are among the most viewed places in Cologne on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average 1.060 €, which is about 547 € less than Sunday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.

• Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport
• Hotel Spiegel
• Am Flughafen

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