Cheap flights from Cape Town to Athens

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From Cape Town to Athens

Which airlines flying from Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to Athens for under R6 500 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Athens for under R6 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just R6 479, but on average you can expect to pay R11 354.

Are there last-minute flights available from Cape Town to Athens for under R14 400?

There are currently 19+ open flights from Cape Town to Athens within the next 7 days for less than R14 400.

How popular is this Cape Town to Athens flight route?

The Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. flight path was viewed by 3 357 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Athens round-trip?

Currently priced at R6 479, Qatar Airways will fly you from Cape Town to Athens and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R7 844 and R11 433, respectively. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Athens one-way?

R6 987 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Aegean Airlines and KLM, with prices starting from R7 114 and R7 257, respectively.

What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Athens?

While on average a flight from Cape Town to Athens is generally R11 353, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R8 980. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Athens Eleftherios V.), you can expect to pay R6 606 for that flight.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Athens?

When booking a flight from Cape Town to Athens, you may want to consider flying on Air France, British Airways or Emirates as they are the most popular for this route.

What airports serve Cape Town to Athens flights?

Cape Town only has one major airport, and that is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), situated around 20 km to the east of the city centre along the N2 freeway. The airport is either reached using the MyCITI bus rapid transit system, or via taxi or an e-haling service. Athens flight deals will always route you through CPT on your way to Athens International Airport Elefthérios Venizélos (ATH), which replaced the old Ellinikon International Airport in 2001 as the main airport to serve Greece. Athens Airport is the largest and the busiest in the country as well as the main hub of Aegan Airlines. The airport is around 35 km away from the city centre and can easily be reached via Athens Metro Line 3.

Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Athens?

Unfortunately, there are no direct flights from Cape Town to Athens. However, you can find some flights on this route with just one stopover. Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and KLM are some of the airlines that offer one-stop flights to Athens from Cape Town. The stopovers are usually at those airlines' main hubs, so for example, Dubai, Doha, Istanbul and Amsterdam.

What are the stopover options between Cape Town and Athens?

Even though Athens is not yet connected, Cape Town Air Access has worked very well to create some strong direct links between Cape Town and the rest of the world, so if you’re looking to fly to Athens International Airport Elefthérios Venizélos, Athens, Greece, no fewer than four airlines can get you there: Qatar Airways via Hamad International Airport in Doha (DOH), Emirates via Dubai International Airport (DXB), KLM via Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam (AMS) and Ethiopian Airlines via Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa (ADD). Other stopovers on multiple-stop flights may include OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg (JNB), Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO), Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi (NBO) and Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv (TLV). Journey times with these stopovers generally ranges from about 12h to around 30h. Generally, flights from Cape Town to Athens with two stopovers tend to be cheaper than one-stop flights. It is possible, however, to find some one-stop flights at a more budget-friendly price.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to Athens?

As Greece is part of the European Union, South African passengers travelling to Athens will need to procure a Schengen visa for their passports, which needs to be valid for at least six months from departure date, and should have at least two blank pages where authorities can document entry/exit stamps. It's recommended to apply for a Schengen Visa at least a month in advance, as the processing time can take between two days and three weeks.