Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Cologne from RM387

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Cologne Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM498. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cologne.RM387 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM387, select.

Cologne.RM388 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM388, select.

Cologne.RM453 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM453, select.

Cologne.RM465 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM465, select.

Cologne.RM466 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM466, select.

Cologne.RM476 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM476, select.

Cologne.RM481 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM481, select.

Cologne.RM495 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM495, select.

Cologne.RM498 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM498, select.

Cologne.RM535 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Cologne on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM535, select.

Cologne.RM535 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Sat, 23 Jan.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Cologne on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM535, select.

Cologne.RM545 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM545, select.

Cologne.RM557 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM557, select.

Cologne.RM581 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM581, select.

Cologne.RM585 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM585, select.

Cologne.RM590 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Cologne.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Cologne on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM590, select.

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Istanbul to Cologne: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to Cologne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	RM387
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	3 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	158

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Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Cologne?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Cologne is RM387. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Cologne?

3 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Cologne.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Cologne?

Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and AJet fly direct from Istanbul to Cologne.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Cologne?

As of March 2026, there are 79 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Cologne.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Cologne?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Cologne is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Cologne Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Cologne Airport on Saturday, 21 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Cologne Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 49 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cologne?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cologne?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul to Cologne with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Cologne is Pegasus Airlines .

Travelling from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): What you need to know

There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
Book a direct Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Cologne is two hours behind Istanbul. Cologne Bonn Airport is located in Cologne, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 3:55pm. Go for the first IST to CGN departure with Turkish Airlines at 7:10am if you'd rather get going earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Istanbul to CGN.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Istanbul Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) operate from here.
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport leaving from IST.
Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines from IST to CGN.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to CGN departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
- Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
- Vienna International Airport (VIE)
- Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Think about kicking off your trip from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) plane ticket from this hub.
Pegasus operates direct flights from Istanbul to CGN departing from SAW. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination without any detours.
On the SAW to CGN route, Pegasus Airlines is the preferred choice of many.
Pegasus Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Cologne Bonn Airport, with 68.04% of its services arriving as planned.
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport, check out these options when heading out from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
- Vienna International Airport (VIE)
- Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
- Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
You can reach SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to CGN flight:
68% of all departures from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

About Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CGN instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport flight.

Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

RM148 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport. Return flights start at RM387. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flights from Istanbul to CGN, book your plane ticket six months ahead of your departure date.
November is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to CGN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when prices go down.
Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Cologne. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Cologne is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Istanbul to CGN plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Cologne

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cologne right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Cologne Bonn Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Cologne Christmas Markets, Cologne Cathedral and Kolner Philharmonie are must-do's during your Cologne adventure.

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You've seen Cologne, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Journey about 274 kilometres southeast to Stuttgart to check off its must-visit sights. From Mercedes-Benz Museum to Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bremen is another standout destination in Germany and is around 274 kilometres northeast of Cologne. No trip is complete without dropping by Marktplatz, Rathaus and Die Glocke - Das Bremer Konzerthaus.