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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Athens from R5 519

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 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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 30 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 718

One-way from

R5 519

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 689
Brussels Airlines
  • Brussels Airlines
  • 9/11-24/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 36h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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18/11
  • 18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R23 826 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 602 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 30 October 2025.

Thu 6/1119:45JNB - ATH
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1116:05ATH - JNB
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10R9 598
Sun 9/1119:45JNB - ATH
2 stops19h 30mBrussels Airlines
Mon 24/1116:05ATH - JNB
2 stops17h 25mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 28/10R9 718
Tue 11/1120:20JNB - ATH
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Fri 14/1112:40ATH - JNB
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/10R9 786
Wed 19/1123:00JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/1214:30ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/10R9 941
Wed 19/1123:00JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/1214:30ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R9 958
Tue 11/119:50JNB - ATH
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 14/116:00ATH - JNB
2 stops26h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/10R10 095
Sat 15/119:50JNB - ATH
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Sat 22/116:40ATH - JNB
2 stops48h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/10R10 266
Fri 21/1123:00JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/1214:30ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/10R10 403
Sun 9/1119:20JNB - ATH
1 stop30h 50mAir France
Sun 23/113:25ATH - JNB
2 stops18h 40mAir France
Deal found 28/10R10 643
Sat 15/1113:45JNB - ATH
1 stop21h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 22/1112:40ATH - JNB
1 stop15h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/10R10 678
Tue 23/128:20JNB - ATH
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1218:05ATH - JNB
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10R10 935

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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/2

6:40-8:20

1 stop25h 40m

R10 266

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

15:15-0:35

2 stops33h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 22/11

8:10-9:30

2 stops25h 20m

R11 466

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

18:50-15:05

1 stop20h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 14/12

18:00-16:35

1 stop22h 35m

R12 237

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

18:50-15:05

1 stop20h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 14/12

18:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

R12 237

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/11

22:20-15:05

1 stop16h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 15/12

18:00-16:35

1 stop22h 35m

R12 237

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

22:20-15:05

1 stop16h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 15/12

18:00-20:35

1 stop26h 35m

R12 237

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

18:50-15:05

1 stop20h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 15/12

18:00-20:35

1 stop26h 35m

R12 683

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

12:20-12:20

2 stops24h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/2

21:40-10:50

1 stop13h 10m

R13 540

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

13:25-15:05

1 stop25h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 15/12

18:00-20:35

1 stop26h 35m

R13 591

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

12:45-11:10

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/2

12:40-8:55

3 stops44h 15m

R14 106

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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 24 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Athens, you should look to book at least 77 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 353). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 941). 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 JNB to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 30 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Athens in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Athens. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Athens flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 30 October 2025.
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
3 661 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

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
3 661 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

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
7,4
Good
1 284 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

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
4 031 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

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
882 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

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
378 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

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?

    Etihad Airways and Emirates can get you from Johannesburg to Athens in just under 19h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25m. 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 218, 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.

  • 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 Dubai 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 353). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 941). 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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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 30 October 2025.
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SWISSCheapestR7 218AverageR9 854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 084AverageR11 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 199AverageR11 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 238AverageR11 691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 279AverageR11 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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KLMCheapestR9 304AverageR11 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 346AverageR11 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 504AverageR11 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 016AverageR12 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 489AverageR13 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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