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Cheap flights from Durban to Athens

DUR — ATH
Oct 16 — Oct 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Durban to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 205
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R20 637 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 335 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Durban to Athens

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Durban with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from Durban to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Durban to Athens. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Durban to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Athens?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Athens (average of R544). Flying from Durban to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of R794). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Durban to Athens in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 16 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durban to Athens, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 624 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 968 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 407 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durban to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Athens round-trip?

    Currently priced at R9 439, Qatar Airways will fly you from Durban to Athens and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R9 804 and R10 169, respectively. Qatar Airways is priced at 24% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Durban to Athens?

    Flights departing from Durban and landing in Athens stopover in Doha most frequently.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Durban to Athens flights?

    Of the flights from Durban to Athens that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Maputo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durban to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Athens?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Athens (average of R544). Flying from Durban to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of R794). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Durban to Athens on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Durban to Athens. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 16 September 2025.
Qatar Airways flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Durban to Athens

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Durban to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 439AverageR12 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 804AverageR12 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 169AverageR11 582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 483AverageR15 749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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