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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,490. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Cologne

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

Direct flights from Cairo to Cologne

Cairo to Cologne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,277
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time4 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineAir Cairo
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Cologne is R 4,688. 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.
4 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Cologne.
Air Cairo and EgyptAir fly direct from Cairo to Cologne.
As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Cairo to Cologne.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Cologne is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport on Tuesday, 7 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 40 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, Air Cairo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cologne.

Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.

  • Cologne is one hour behind Cairo and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • You can choose from three weekly Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Air Cairo is the earliest you can take. Air Cairo operates the latest service of the day at 13:50.

  • To ensure you catch your CAI to CGN flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Air Cairo has direct flights from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Cologne — and maybe even more of Germany if time allows.

  • Air Cairo tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CAI and CGN:

    • Munich Airport

    • Zurich Airport

    • Vienna Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Cologne Airport (CGN)

  • Currently, R 2,277 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,688. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from CAI to CGN, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CAI to CGN.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport.

Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • Of all flights leaving Cairo Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To get to Cairo Airport from central Cairo, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near CAI. Whether you have an early flight from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)

When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cologne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Cairo Airport to Cologne Airport for August if you want to visit Cologne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

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

Explore more of Germany

  • Cologne has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres north-east of Cologne, a trip to Berlin will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among the biggest draws.

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