Köln (Cologne) to Samsun (CGN–SZF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CGN–SZF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. SunExpress leads the route. The flight covers 1,546 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XQ SunExpress | 2 | 73H | 3h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Samsun from Köln (Cologne)
| Metric | CGN→SZF | DUS→SZF | FRA→SZF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CGN | – | 34 mi | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 45m | 3h 40m | 3h 30m |
Travel Essentials
CGN: CEST · SZF: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Köln (Cologne), it's 7:00 PM in Samsun.
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CGN–SZF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CGN to SZF
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) are connected by nonstop service from SunExpress. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CGN to SZF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CGN to SZF is about 3 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,546 miles (2,487 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Adnan Menderes, Antalya and İstanbul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Düsseldorf (DUS) and Frankfurt am Main (FRA).