Cheap Flights from Cologne (CGN) to Istanbul Sabiha (SAW)

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

Direct flights from Cologne to Istanbul Sabiha

Cologne to Istanbul Sabiha: Alternative routes

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

Cologne to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£80
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlinePegasus Airlines
Average flights per week67

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Istanbul Sabiha: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Istanbul Sabiha is £80. 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.
3 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Istanbul Sabiha.
Pegasus Airlines, AJet and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Cologne to Istanbul Sabiha.
As of July 2025, there are 67 flights per week flying from Cologne to Istanbul Sabiha.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Istanbul Sabiha is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport on Thursday, 11 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 9 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 Istanbul Sabiha 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul Sabiha.

Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Cologne and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • You can choose from 109 weekly Cologne Bonn Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights. The 00:55 departure with Pegasus is the earliest available. Pegasus operates the last service of the day at 17:20.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CGN to SAW flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Pegasus is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Pegasus on this route.

  • Pegasus is the most punctual carrier offering CGN to SAW flights, with 75.22% of its services landing on time.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CGN and SAW:

    • Orio al Serio International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight is £42. A return plane ticket right now is £80. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get cheap tickets from CGN to SAW, reserve your journey ten months before your departure.

  • September is the cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from CGN to SAW is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

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

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • 74.45% of flights that depart Cologne Bonn Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Cologne Bonn Airport is about 9 miles from central Cologne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to CGN? If you're boarding an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is roughly 30 miles from the centre of Istanbul. Driving there takes about 55 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to SAW in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 220 miles east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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