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R5 330+ Cheap flights to Athens

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ATH
Sep 11 — Sep 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Athens in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Athens. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 August 2026.

Tue 25/822:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Wed 9/915:35 -
1 stop22h 50m
Deal found 10/8R8 803
Mon 7/99:45 -
2 stops26h 20m
Fri 18/97:20 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 11/8R8 835
Mon 21/922:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Mon 5/1015:35 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 8/8R8 883
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop19h 35m
Fri 13/1113:10 -
1 stop19h 10m
Deal found 7/8R9 045
Wed 2/922:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Thu 24/915:20 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 12/8R9 093
Fri 4/922:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Sat 3/1015:20 -
1 stop29h 50m
Deal found 12/8R9 126
Tue 1/922:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Sat 26/915:35 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 10/8R9 158
Wed 12/89:45 -
1 stop26h 00m
Sun 23/87:20 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 10/8R9 206

Find flight deals to Athens

Find the latest flights to Athens in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 12 August 2026.

Return from

R8 803

One-way from

R5 330

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 096
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 25/8-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R107 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2026
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/9

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R9 093
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

14:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 110

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/12

18:50-8:40

1 stop13h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 10/1

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R10 159

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

13:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

13:05-9:40

2 stops20h 35m

R10 434

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

13:30-8:40

2 stops43h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R10 579

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

13:30-3:10

2 stops36h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/9

4:00-9:40

2 stops30h 40m

R10 806

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

10:05-15:00

1 stop27h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 16/9

23:10-20:35

1 stop22h 25m

R12 501
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

9:45-13:05

2 stops26h 20m

R5 475

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

20:55-18:30

1 stop20h 35m

R5 508
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

9:45-6:15

1 stop19h 30m

R5 669

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Athens

How long is the flight to Athens?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Athens takes 13 hours 50 minutes. Flights to Athens from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Athens?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Athens are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R9 146
Emirates
Emirates
From R10 566
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R9 229
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R8 524

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Athens?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Athens are Air France, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 5.0 - 64.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 64.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

Temperature in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Athens?

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Athens. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. 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 Athens. Reviews last updated 12 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to Greece have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 479 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 502 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 025 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

FAQs about flying to Athens

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Eleftherios V. (ATH) if they wish to fly to Athens. The Athens airport is 19,7 km from the city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Athens if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Athens on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Athens?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air France is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Athens.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens?

    Athens Eleftherios V. is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens. One-way flights to Athens Eleftherios V. typically cost R430, while return flights cost around R1 318.

  • How much is a return flight to Athens?

    A return flight to Athens will typically cost around R4 430, however they can be found for as little as R1 318.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Athens depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Athens, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Athens Eleftherios V. have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Athens Eleftherios V. can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Athens Eleftherios V.?

    Yes. Athens Eleftherios V. has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sofitel Athens Airport is the closest property to Athens Eleftherios V. (0,0 km away from Athens Eleftherios V.).

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