Cheap Flights from Ankara (ESB) to Cologne (CGN)

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

Direct flights from Ankara Esenboga to Cologne

Ankara Esenboga to Cologne: Alternative routes

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

Ankara to Cologne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$200
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 41 mins
Most popular airlineAJet
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Ankara Esenboga to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ankara Esenboga to Cologne is $200. 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.
3 hours and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Ankara Esenboga to Cologne.
AJet, Turkish Airlines and SunExpress fly direct from Ankara Esenboga to Cologne.
As of May 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Ankara Esenboga to Cologne.
The cheapest month to fly from Ankara Esenboga to Cologne is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Cologne Airport on Wednesday, 14 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 41 minutes.
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 Cologne 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 Cologne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cologne.

Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.

  • Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, making Cologne two hours behind Ankara.

  • Flights from ESB to CGN start from 03:50 — the first with SunExpress. The last service of the day is at 23:40 with Pegasus. Overall, you can take your pick of eight weekly Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ESB to CGN flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • You can travel nonstop to Cologne, Germany. Prepare for takeoff with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport:

  • Most travellers choose to travel with Pegasus on this route.

  • With 66.67% of services landing on schedule, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier offering ESB to CGN flights.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ESB and CGN include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • $88 is the best price for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Return flights start at $200. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ESB to CGN.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ESB to CGN.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

  • Of the flights that depart from Esenboga International Airport, 78.41% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Esenboga International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Ankara. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ESB:

Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near CGN if you're on a late Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or Alamo and experience more of Cologne and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport about two weeks before you travel.

Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

  • Cologne Bonn Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Cologne. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.

When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Cologne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When reserving your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ESB to CGN sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Germany

  • Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Cologne. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, about 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.

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