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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Athens from R5 818

JNB — ATH
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Athens

Sun 29/1123:00 -
1 stop14h 35m
Thu 3/1214:20 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 25/10R9 192
Sun 1/119:50 -
1 stop19h 35m
Mon 16/1113:05 -
1 stop19h 20m
Deal found 26/10R9 724
Thu 5/119:50 -
1 stop25h 35m
Thu 19/116:40 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 27/10R9 807
Wed 25/1123:00 -
1 stop14h 35m
Wed 2/1214:20 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 26/10R9 823
Thu 29/109:50 -
1 stop25h 35m
Wed 11/1113:05 -
1 stop19h 20m
Deal found 25/10R9 923
Fri 6/119:50 -
1 stop19h 35m
Thu 19/116:40 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 26/10R9 940
Sun 1/119:50 -
1 stop19h 35m
Sat 14/116:40 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 26/10R9 956
Mon 2/119:50 -
1 stop19h 35m
Mon 9/1113:05 -
1 stop19h 20m
Deal found 29/10R9 990
Sat 28/119:50 -
1 stop25h 35m
Sat 5/126:40 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 29/10R10 040
Tue 17/117:00 -
2 stops28h 10m
Tue 1/1213:20 -
2 stops32h 45m
Deal found 26/10R14 494
Thu 5/115:55 -
2 stops29h 15m
Thu 19/1113:20 -
2 stops32h 45m
Deal found 26/10R14 960
Wed 4/115:55 -
2 stops33h 10m
Wed 11/1118:00 -
2 stops28h 05m
Deal found 28/10R15 708

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Athens

Round-trip from

R9 192

One-way from

R5 818

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 721
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 29/11-3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R8 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 103 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

9:50-11:25

1 stop25h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 433
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/12

22:15-15:05

1 stop16h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 898

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/1

9:50-11:25

1 stop25h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 280

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

0:20-22:30

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 879

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/1

17:00-19:15

2 stops26h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 677

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/1

5:45-9:15

3 stops51h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 876

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

1:35-12:10

2 stops34h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 159

JohannesburgAthens

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

HLAATH

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 26/12

13:00-23:20

3 stops58h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 089

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

23:59-16:35

1 stop16h 36m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 22/11

17:25-22:00

1 stop28h 35m

R10 538

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

19:40-16:35

2 stops20h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/11

5:55-11:25

2 stops29h 30m

R11 536

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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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R9 757). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 300). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Athens flights typically cost between R9 441 and R11 203 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R9 192 on Ethiopian Air (Nov 29–Dec 3).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Athens, you should look to book at least 31 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways 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
3 687 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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
3 687 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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
7,4
Good
4 461 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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
7,3
Good
3 713 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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
1 549 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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
7,1
Good
1 043 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 9 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?

    KLM and Turkish Airlines can get you from Johannesburg to Athens in just under 13h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 16m. The distance from Johannesburg to Athens is about 7133 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    SWISS, at R7 980, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Athens.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air. SWISS is 26% 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 220 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R4 915 and Emirates from R5 059 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 Dubai the next most. Addis Ababa sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Athens.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or Burj Khalifa. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Burj Khalifa, by travelling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 11,0 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R342 per day.

  • 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 Cairo. Abu Dhabi sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg to Athens flights. Abu Dhabi is followed by Istanbul 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R9 757). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 300). 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 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Athens

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 980AverageR10 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 558AverageR9 898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 632AverageR9 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 905AverageR12 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 427AverageR11 305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 453AverageR10 888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR9 517AverageR12 062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 813AverageR12 444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 884AverageR13 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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