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Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $88 and round-trip from $161. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        CGN 11:30 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Tue, Dec 1 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 9:40 PM
        3h 35m
        Nonstop
        CGN 11:15 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Sat, Dec 5 | AJet
        $174 $244
        28% off
        28% off
        $244 $174
      • CGN 6:10 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 11:25 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 16 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 1:20 PM
        3h 35m
        Nonstop
        CGN 2:55 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Mon, Nov 23 | AJet
        $175 $244
        28% off
        28% off
        $244 $175
      • CGN 6:10 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 11:25 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 30 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 1:20 PM
        3h 35m
        Nonstop
        CGN 2:55 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Sun, Dec 6 | AJet
        $176 $244
        28% off
        28% off
        $244 $176
      • CGN 11:30 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Tue, Nov 17 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 9:40 PM
        3h 35m
        Nonstop
        CGN 11:15 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Mon, Nov 23 | AJet
        $176
        28% off
        $244 $176
      • CGN 6:10 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 11:25 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Dec 5 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 5:50 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CGN 7:15 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Fri, Dec 11 | Pegasus Airlines
        $176
        28% off
        $244 $176
      • CGN 6:10 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 11:25 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Wed, Dec 2 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 9:40 PM
        3h 35m
        Nonstop
        CGN 11:15 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Wed, Dec 9 | AJet
        $176
        28% off
        $244 $176
      • CGN 11:30 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 23 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 9:40 PM
        3h 35m
        Nonstop
        CGN 11:15 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Wed, Nov 25 | AJet
        $178
        27% off
        $244 $178
      • CGN 6:10 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 11:25 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Thu, Dec 3 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 1:20 PM
        3h 35m
        Nonstop
        CGN 2:55 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Tue, Dec 8 | AJet
        $178
        27% off
        $244 $178
      • CGN 10:10 AM
        4h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Dec 5 | Air Serbia
        SAW 8:50 AM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CGN 10:15 AM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Fri, Dec 11 | Pegasus Airlines
        $161
        34% off
        $244 $161
      • CGN 10:10 AM
        4h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Nov 28 | Air Serbia
        SAW 1:20 PM
        3h 35m
        Nonstop
        CGN 2:55 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Tue, Dec 1 | AJet
        $167
        32% off
        $244 $167
      • CGN 10:10 AM
        4h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Nov 21 | Air Serbia
        SAW 1:20 PM
        3h 35m
        Nonstop
        CGN 2:55 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Wed, Nov 25 | AJet
        $168
        31% off
        $244 $168
      • CGN 10:10 AM
        4h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Nov 7 | Air Serbia
        SAW 10:20 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CGN 11:45 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Wed, Nov 11 | Pegasus Airlines
        $177
        27% off
        $244 $177
      • CGN 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        IST 2:00 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal Airline
        IST 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        CGN 4:00 PM
        Istanbul - Cologne | Sun, Oct 11 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CGN 11:30 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 16 | Turkish Airlines
        $114 $157
        27% off
        27% off
        $157 $114
      • CGN 6:10 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        IST 11:25 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Wed, Nov 11 | Turkish Airlines
        $114 $157
        27% off
        27% off
        $157 $114
      • CGN 10:55 PM
        15h 15m
        1 stop
        IST 4:10 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 23 | Wizz Air Malta
        $88 $157
        44% off
        44% off
        $157 $88
      • CGN 10:55 PM
        15h 15m
        1 stop
        IST 4:10 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 16 | Wizz Air Malta
        $90
        43% off
        $157 $90
      • CGN 9:50 PM
        19h 20m
        1 stop
        IST 7:10 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sun, Nov 29 | Wizz Air Malta
        $94
        40% off
        $157 $94
      • CGN 10:10 AM
        4h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Nov 7 | Air Serbia
        $94
        40% off
        $157 $94
      • CGN 10:10 AM
        4h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Dec 5 | Air Serbia
        $102
        35% off
        $157 $102
      • CGN 10:15 AM
        4h 40m
        1 stop
        IST 3:55 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 24 | Air Serbia
        $105
        33% off
        $157 $105
      • CGN 10:15 AM
        4h 40m
        1 stop
        IST 3:55 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 10 | Air Serbia
        $105
        33% off
        $157 $105
      • CGN 10:55 PM
        15h 15m
        1 stop
        IST 4:10 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 30 | Wizz Air Malta
        $105
        33% off
        $157 $105
      • CGN 11:40 PM
        10h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 12:15 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sun, Nov 1 | AJet
        $106
        32% off
        $157 $106
      • CGN 10:10 AM
        4h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Nov 28 | Air Serbia
        $107
        32% off
        $157 $107
      • CGN 1:30 AM
        19h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 11:05 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Wed, Nov 4 | Pegasus Airlines
        $109
        31% off
        $157 $109
      • CGN 10:10 AM
        4h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 4:45 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 31 | Air Serbia
        $109
        31% off
        $157 $109
      • CGN 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        IST 2:00 PM
        Cologne - Istanbul | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Data is based on average one-way flight prices from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport in Trip.com's database over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport, the best time to buy is in February, with an average price of $129. You’ll want to avoid July, when the average price can reach as high as $328.

$328
$229
$129
$30
    Cheapest
  • $214
    Oct
  • $158
    Nov
  • $168
    Dec
  • $130
    Jan
  • $129
    Feb
  • $164
    Mar
  • $167
    Apr
  • $223
    May
  • $237
    Jun
  • $328
    Jul
  • $205
    Aug
  • $164
    Sep

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, February is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport, with an average price of $221. In contrast, July is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching $574.

$574
$398
$221
$45
    Cheapest
  • $389
    Oct
  • $264
    Nov
  • $369
    Dec
  • $255
    Jan
  • $221
    Feb
  • $310
    Mar
  • $369
    Apr
  • $398
    May
  • $333
    Jun
  • $574
    Jul
  • $418
    Aug
  • $316
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport is Tuesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Saturday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

$209
$188
$167
$146
  • $184
    Mon
  • $167
    Tue
  • $172
    Wed
  • $176
    Thu
  • $199
    Fri
  • $209
    Sat
  • $185
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport is Wizz Air Malta (from $84) among 10 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Wizz Air Malta
From $84
Air Serbia
From $94
Pegasus Airlines
From $109
Wizz Air
From $110
Turkish Airlines
From $114
Sunexpress
From $119
Corendon Airlines
From $124
Ryanair
From $126
Mavi Gök Airlines
From $168
Austrian Airlines
From $197

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What is the flight schedule from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Cologne to Istanbul and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. TK1672

    Cologne Airport

    10:25 AM

    CGN

    3h 20m

    2:45 PM

    IST

    S M - W T F S
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  2. TK1676

    Cologne Airport

    7:10 PM

    CGN

    3h 15m

    11:25 PM

    IST

    S M T W T F S
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  3. JU1299

    Cologne Airport

    9:25 PM

    CGN

    2h 10m

    Nonstop

    11:35 PM

    INI

    - M - - - F -
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  4. JU1424

    Nis Constantine the Great Airport

    1:20 PM

    INI

    1h 35m

    Nonstop

    3:55 PM

    IST

    - M - - - F -

  5. W64782

    Cologne Airport

    10:20 PM

    CGN

    2h 30m

    Nonstop

    12:50 AM

    SKP

    S - T - T - S
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  6. TK1004

    Skopje International Airport

    8:45 AM

    SKP

    1h 35m

    Nonstop

    11:20 AM

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  7. PC5966

    Cologne Airport

    1:35 AM

    CGN

    3h 5m

    Nonstop

    5:40 AM

    BJV

    - M - W - F S
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  8. TK2535

    Milas–Bodrum Airport

    8:10 PM

    BJV

    1h 20m

    Nonstop

    9:30 PM

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  9. W43262

    Cologne Airport

    9:50 PM

    CGN

    2h 30m

    Nonstop

    1:20 AM

    OTP

    S - T - T - S
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  10. RO263

    Bucharest Otopeni Airport

    4:25 PM

    OTP

    1h 15m

    Nonstop

    6:40 PM

    IST

    - - T W - - -

  11. PC5004

    Cologne Airport

    2:30 AM

    CGN

    3h 30m

    Nonstop

    7:00 AM

    AYT

    S M T W T F S
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  12. TK2429

    Antalya Intl. Airport

    10:00 PM

    AYT

    1h 30m

    Nonstop

    11:30 PM

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  13. PC5966

    Cologne Airport

    1:35 AM

    CGN

    3h 5m

    Nonstop

    5:40 AM

    BJV

    - M - W - F S
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  14. TK2525

    Milas–Bodrum Airport

    11:15 PM

    BJV

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    12:40 AM

    IST

    S - T W T F S

  15. W64782

    Cologne Airport

    10:20 PM

    CGN

    2h 30m

    Nonstop

    12:50 AM

    SKP

    S - T - T - S
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  16. TK1006

    Skopje International Airport

    8:10 PM

    SKP

    1h 35m

    Nonstop

    10:45 PM

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  17. W43262

    Cologne Airport

    9:50 PM

    CGN

    2h 30m

    Nonstop

    1:20 AM

    OTP

    S - T - T - S
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  18. RO265

    Bucharest Otopeni Airport

    9:10 PM

    OTP

    1h 15m

    Nonstop

    10:25 PM

    IST

    S - - - T F S
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About Cologne Airport and Istanbul Airport

Learn about Cologne Airport (CGN) and Istanbul Airport (IST) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 1,971.73 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price $88
Cheapest return ticket price $161

FAQs for Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport takes about 2 hours 47 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 2 daily flights from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Istanbul Airport (IST).
  • The earliest flight from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport departs at 10:25, and the last departs at 19:15, with about 3 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around $343 in December, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The latest flight departs from Cologne Airport (CGN) at 19:10 and arrives in Istanbul Airport (IST) at 23:25.
    • The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34 km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to downtown is about 30 km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
  • The closest airport to Istanbul Airport (IST) is Ataturk Airport. The distance is around 31 km.
  • Turkish Airlines is a very popular airline operating an average of 7039 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport currently start from $88, and round-trip fares start from $161. The current lowest fare is a Wizz Air Malta flight departing on Mon, Nov 23; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Turkish Airlines operate direct flights from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 43 minutes, and around 17 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport is $251. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Cologne Airport to Istanbul Airport operates around 15 weekly flights, mainly by Turkish Airlines. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Cologne Airport and Istanbul Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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