Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cologne (CGN)
IST — CGN
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult, Economy
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Cologne Köln/Bonn are usually found in February or January, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Cologne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Cologne (CGN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $221 |
Good one-way deal | $119 or less |
Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Cologne
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Cologne in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Cologne flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Cologne flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Cologne flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Cologne flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Cologne flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cologne
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cologne from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cologne?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Cologne. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Cologne is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cologne?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cologne (average of $45). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cologne in August is currently the most expensive (average of $126). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to CGN?
Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Cologne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 58% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Cologne by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
How often are flights from Istanbul to Cologne delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Cologne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Cologne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Cologne flights?
Over the last year, SmartLynx have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cologne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cologne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cologne. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Cologne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.4
Boarding
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.3
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayLeslie,Feb 2025
IST - LAX
Food
7.4
Boarding
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.3
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayLeslie,Feb 2025
IST - LAX
Food
7.4
Boarding
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.3
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayLeslie,Feb 2025
IST - LAX
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Top 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Cologne
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$94 | Average$164 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$101 | Average$150 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$147 | Average$291 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |