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R5 036+ 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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ATH
Feb 2 — Feb 91
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 3 January 2026.

Mon 19/19:50JNB - ATH
1 stop19h 50mEtihad Airways
Thu 5/212:40ATH - JNB
2 stops43h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/1R9 395
Mon 16/219:45JNB - ATH
2 stops16h 55mAustrian Airlines
Mon 23/213:25ATH - JNB
2 stops20h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 2/1R9 412
Mon 16/220:30JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 23/219:00ATH - JNB
1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/1R9 428
Sun 15/210:10JNB - ATH
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/213:25ATH - JNB
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1R9 445
Sun 18/110:10JNB - ATH
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/117:40ATH - JNB
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1R9 494
Mon 16/219:45JNB - ATH
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/217:25ATH - JNB
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1R9 511
Mon 19/113:45JNB - ATH
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 5/212:40ATH - JNB
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/1R9 527
Sun 15/219:45JNB - ATH
2 stops16h 55mAustrian Airlines
Sun 22/213:25ATH - JNB
2 stops20h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 1/1R9 560
Sun 25/19:50JNB - ATH
2 stops26h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/219:25ATH - JNB
2 stops36h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/1R9 593
Wed 29/420:40JNB - ATH
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 4/519:35ATH - JNB
1 stop22h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/1R9 610
Fri 18/914:45JNB - ATH
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 30/912:05ATH - JNB
1 stop16h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/1R9 626

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 3 January 2026.

Return from

R9 395

One-way from

R5 036

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 287
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/1-5/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R1 283 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R148 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 31/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop16h 50m

R9 494

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

13:45-18:00

1 stop28h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/2

12:40-15:25

1 stop26h 45m

R9 527

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

9:50-18:35

2 stops32h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/2

6:00-8:20

2 stops26h 20m

R9 544

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:45-12:40

2 stops16h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/2

13:25-9:30

2 stops20h 05m

R9 544

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

20:30-11:10

1 stop14h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/2

12:40-8:40

1 stop20h 00m

R9 560

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

20:40-18:05

1 stop20h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 4/5

19:35-17:15

1 stop22h 40m

R9 610

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

12:45-11:10

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 29/4

11:35-8:50

1 stop22h 15m

R9 874

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

20:55-18:30

1 stop20h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 26/6

13:55-4:00

1 stop15h 05m

R10 039

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

19:25-13:10

1 stop16h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 4/5

13:35-8:35

2 stops20h 00m

R10 122

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:45-11:10

1 stop21h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 26/1

12:40-8:40

1 stop20h 00m

R10 881

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Best time to book a flight to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Athens

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Athens. Price data was last updated on 26 December 2025.

Booking 77 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.

How long is the flight to Athens?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Athens takes 14 hours 35 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, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R8 983
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R9 031
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R9 633
Emirates
Emirates
From R11 006

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Athens?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Athens are SWISS, Lufthansa 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).

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 3 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad 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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 699 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 699 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 699 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 351 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 699 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 145 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 699 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
926 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 699 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
391 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 699 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.

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, SWISS 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 R965, while return flights cost around R1 679.

  • How much is a return flight to Athens?

    A return flight to Athens will typically cost around R1 679, however they can be found for as little as R1 679.

  • 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 (14 hours 35 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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