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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Athens from R5 039

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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Feb 12 — Feb 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 224

One-way from

R5 039

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 226
Austrian Airlines
  • Austrian Airlines
  • 8/2-15/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R20 283 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 368 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 13 January 2026.

Thu 22/110:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Wed 4/214:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1R8 716
Thu 22/110:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/213:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R8 781
Sun 8/210:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/213:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R9 224
Thu 26/213:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/312:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/1R9 323
Sun 8/219:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops19h 30m
Brussels Airlines
Mon 23/216:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops17h 25m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 11/1R9 339
Wed 17/622:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 1/715:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R9 356
Sun 8/219:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/216:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R9 454
Sun 25/19:50
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/219:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R9 503
Sun 25/19:50
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops32h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/219:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/1R9 553
Fri 19/620:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/612:05
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/1R9 585
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/516:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/1R9 684

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Athens that are best for you.

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Price

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 15/2

13:25-9:30

2 stops20h 05m

R9 224

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 356

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

19:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 11/3

21:40-18:40

2 stops45h 00m

R9 717

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

19:45-12:40

2 stops16h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 15/2

13:25-9:30

2 stops20h 05m

R9 815

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

8:45-18:35

2 stops32h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/6

11:45-8:35

1 stop21h 50m

R10 324

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

9:50-11:20

2 stops24h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/6

19:30-8:20

2 stops37h 50m

R10 439

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

14:45-7:00

1 stop15h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 22/4

16:20-8:50

1 stop17h 30m

R10 455

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

9:50-6:10

1 stop19h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 21/4

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R10 472

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:45-11:10

1 stop21h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 26/1

12:40-3:55

1 stop15h 15m

R10 636

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:20-16:30

2 stops21h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/2

6:05-12:10

2 stops30h 05m

R10 685

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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 9 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Athens, you should look to book at least 13 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R7 501). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 536). 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.

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 13 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad 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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 369 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 163 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
944 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
400 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.

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 14 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?

    Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, and Austrian Airlines can get you from Johannesburg to Athens in just under 14h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 30m. 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 R6 910, 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 37% 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 427 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R5 092 and Turkish Airlines from R6 455 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. Abu Dhabi sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Athens.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R7 501). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 536). 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 13 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 910AverageR9 574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 853AverageR10 775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 800AverageR10 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR8 886AverageR11 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 926AverageR10 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR8 938AverageR11 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 999AverageR10 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 134AverageR11 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 585AverageR12 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 065AverageR13 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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