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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Athens from R5 145

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Apr 30 — May 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 March 2026.

Mon 6/413:30
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/414:15
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R9 605
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 14/56:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R9 656
Fri 10/79:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/77:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R9 690
Fri 8/59:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/56:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R9 725
Tue 21/414:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 1/519:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R9 742
Fri 17/420:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop17h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/511:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R9 776
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/519:30
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops37h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R9 793
Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop28h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/612:05
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R9 828
Fri 12/69:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 21/613:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R9 845
Sun 10/59:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 18/519:30
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops37h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R9 879

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 31 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 587

One-way from

R5 145

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 874
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/5-15/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 218 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

9:50-13:05

2 stops26h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 26/6

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R9 999

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

9:50-6:15

1 stop19h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 24/7

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R9 999

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

9:50-13:10

2 stops26h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 9/7

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R10 016

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

9:50-12:35

1 stop25h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 29/9

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R10 016

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

9:45-12:35

1 stop25h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/6

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R10 033

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

9:50-12:35

1 stop25h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/7

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R10 085

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

14:45-14:50

1 stop23h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 18/5

19:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

R10 840
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

14:45-14:50

1 stop23h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 16/5

19:35-8:50

1 stop14h 15m

R11 097

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

14:45-14:50

1 stop23h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 7/9

12:05-4:00

1 stop16h 55m

R11 800

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

9:50-13:05

2 stops26h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 21/8

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R12 177

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Athens, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R9 210). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 930). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Athens?

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 31 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg to Athens. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 550 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 293 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 432 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
991 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens. You should not have trouble finding flights to Eleftherios V. from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 12 airlines have flights to the Athens airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 19,7 km journey from Eleftherios V. (ATH) to Athens’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Athens?

    Etihad Airways can get you from Johannesburg to Athens in just under 26h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Johannesburg to Athens is about 7133 km.

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

    SWISS, at R7 984, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Athens.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and Etihad Airways. SWISS is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Athens one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R4 775 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R5 220 and Etihad Airways from R5 457 one-way.

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

    Johannesburg to Athens flights have a stopover in Doha most of the time. Johannesburg to Athens flights stop in Addis Ababa the next most. Istanbul sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Athens.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Istanbul?

    The majority of Istanbul visitors spend their time at Taksim Square, Ayasofya, and Sultan Ahmet Camii. Taksim Square, Ayasofya, and Sultan Ahmet Camii can be visited by travelling about 33,5 km, 35,8 km, and 35,9 km respectively from Istanbul.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Athens that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Frankfurt am Main. Zurich sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg to Athens flights. Zurich is followed by Cairo in terms of the least popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Athens flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Athens?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R9 210). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 930). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 31 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 984AverageR10 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 054AverageR11 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 196AverageR10 770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 286AverageR11 681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 327AverageR11 419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 541AverageR12 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 571AverageR11 321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 589AverageR11 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 015AverageR12 623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 518AverageR13 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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