Cheap Flights from Cologne (CGN) to Cape Town (CPT)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in November.

Cologne to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Cologne to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,082
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Cape Town is $1,082. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cologne to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,082.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Cologne to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Cape Town is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Cape Town Airport on Monday, 26 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cologne Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • Cape Town is one hour ahead of Cologne and observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CGN to CPT flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cape Town International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CGN and CPT include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Right now, $914 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,082. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from CGN to CPT, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cape Town International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CGN to CPT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • When it comes to Cologne Bonn Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.45% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Cologne Bonn Airport from central Cologne, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to CGN? If you've booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • If you have a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near CPT:

  • Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cape Town International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Cape Town in April.

  • The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in South Africa, consider Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are highlights.

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