Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Athens from R4 989

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Jul 23 — Jul 301
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 23 June 2026.

Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/6R9 601
Wed 16/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6R9 633
Mon 30/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/126:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/6R9 650
Wed 2/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 19/913:20
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops44h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/6R9 666
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 12/919:30
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops37h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/6R9 715
Wed 5/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 12/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/6R9 732
Sat 8/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/813:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/6R9 748
Mon 28/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops48h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 26/106:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/6R9 830
Thu 16/79:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 31/77:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6R9 994
Tue 13/1020:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/1113:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/6R10 044

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 23 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 601

One-way from

R4 989

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 061
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 686 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/12

6:40-8:20

1 stop25h 40m

R9 650

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

13:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

13:05-9:40

2 stops20h 35m

R10 963

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

13:30-12:15

2 stops46h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/12

10:10-9:40

2 stops23h 30m

R10 963

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

13:30-14:00

2 stops23h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 30/9

3:55-9:40

2 stops30h 45m

R10 996

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

10:05-20:25

1 stop33h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/10

23:10-16:15

1 stop18h 05m

R11 389
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

22:20-20:25

1 stop21h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 28/9

23:10-16:15

1 stop18h 05m

R12 226
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

14:05-12:25

1 stop21h 20m

R5 662

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

14:05-12:25

1 stop21h 20m

R5 662
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

20:55-18:30

1 stop20h 35m

R5 678

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

20:55-18:30

1 stop20h 35m

R5 859

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R6 187). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of R19 743). 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?

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 73 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

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 23 June 2026.
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.

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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 10 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 and Turkish Airlines can get you from Johannesburg to Athens in just under 19h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 10m. 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?

    Air France, at R7 196, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Athens.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Lufthansa. Air France is 32% 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 587 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R4 856 and Emirates from R6 195 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying 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 LEGOLAND Dubai. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai, by travelling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R233 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R6 187). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of R19 743). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR7 196AverageR13 454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 671AverageR9 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 675AverageR10 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 024AverageR10 908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR9 057AverageR11 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 222AverageR10 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR9 242AverageR12 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 412AverageR11 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 996AverageR12 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 765AverageR12 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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