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— ATH
Mar 9 — Mar 161
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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 7 February 2026.

Thu 19/213:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/312:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/2R8 923
Wed 18/213:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/219:00
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R8 971
Fri 13/213:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/212:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R8 987
Sun 8/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Sat 14/36:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/2R9 036
Mon 9/29:50
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 24/26:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/2R9 052
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Tue 17/317:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/2R9 100
Sun 8/213:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/212:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R9 133
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/316:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2R9 149
Wed 17/622:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 1/715:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/2R9 165
Sun 8/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/313:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2R9 181
Fri 19/620:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/612:05
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/2R9 197

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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 7 February 2026.

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R8 923

One-way from

R4 728

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 262
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/2-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

13:45-11:10

1 stop21h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/3

12:40-3:55

1 stop15h 15m

R8 923

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 14/3

6:35-7:05

1 stop24h 30m

R9 036

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/3

17:35-9:30

1 stop15h 55m

R9 100

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

20:40-14:50

1 stop17h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 29/5

16:20-16:10

1 stop24h 50m

R9 229

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/3

6:40-8:20

1 stop25h 40m

R9 246

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

12:45-11:10

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/3

19:00-8:40

1 stop13h 40m

R9 310

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 30/4

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 423

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

23:00-13:35

1 stop14h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 30/3

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 504

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/7

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 504

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

14:45-18:30

1 stop26h 45m

R4 728

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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 30 January 2026.

Booking 13 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 5 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 972
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R9 419
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R8 889
Emirates
Emirates
From R10 711

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 7 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways 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
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 507 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 387 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,3
Good
4 209 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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
958 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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, 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 R789, while return flights cost around R1 640.

  • How much is a return flight to Athens?

    A return flight to Athens will typically cost around R1 641, however they can be found for as little as R1 640.

  • 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 5 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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