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      Compare Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne flight deals

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      Flight deals from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Cologne Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,162. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Cologne.R 4,954 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,954, select.
      Cologne.R 5,571 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,571, select.
      Cologne.R 6,276 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,276, select.
      Cologne.R 7,096 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Dec.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,096, select.
      Cologne.R 8,655 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,655, select.
      Cologne.R 10,173 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,173, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne flights are currently cheapest in October.
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      Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne: Alternative routes

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

      Cologne

      15km from central Cologne
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      40km from central Cologne
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      Dortmund

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      Maastricht

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      Seattle to Cologne: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 4,954
      Cheapest month to flyOctober

      Finding cheap flights from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne is R 13,162. 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 Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 13,162.
      As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne.
      The cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Cologne is usually August.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Cologne Airport on Tuesday, 11 August 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Seattle / Tacoma International Airport and Cologne 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 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, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cologne.

      Travelling from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know

      • The timezone in Cologne is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Seattle.

      • Your SEA to CGN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

      • Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at 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 breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Cologne Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SEA and CGN include:

        • Istanbul Airport

        • London Heathrow Airport

        • Munich Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Cologne Airport (CGN)

      • R 4,954 is the best price for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Cologne Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 13,162. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

      • To pick up cheap tickets from SEA to CGN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

      • If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Cologne Airport.

      • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SEA to CGN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

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

      Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

      • Seattle / Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 80% of the time.

      • To reach Seattle / Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. 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 35 minutes.

      • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SEA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Cologne Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

      Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)

      Getting from Cologne Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

      • Cologne Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Cologne. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

      • It'll take around 20 minutes to get there by public transport.

      When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Cologne Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cologne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

      • Book your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Cologne Airport for August if you'd like to go to Cologne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

      • January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SEA to CGN around that time if you like cooler conditions.

      Explore more of Germany

      • You've visited Cologne, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Journey about 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

      • Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No trip is complete without a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Seattle to Cologne

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