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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Athens from R5 557

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 25/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Jul 14 — Jul 211
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 14 June 2026.

Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/6R9 409
Mon 3/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 23/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 539
Mon 9/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/1119:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/6R9 555
Sat 17/109:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 26/106:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/6R9 571
Thu 23/79:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/814:25
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/6R9 620
Mon 15/69:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/67:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 636
Mon 27/79:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/919:30
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops37h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 652
Mon 9/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 13/1113:10
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 685
Thu 19/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/1112:00
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/6R9 701
Mon 20/79:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 20/86:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops51h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/6R9 847

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 14 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 409

One-way from

R5 557

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 936
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/9-18/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 601 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

13:30-14:35

2 stops24h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 26/6

22:00-9:40

2 stops36h 40m

R11 407

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

13:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 21/8

10:25-9:40

2 stops24h 15m

R12 317
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

12:40-7:00

1 stop17h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/7

13:55-9:00

1 stop20h 05m

R12 512

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

10:05-20:25

1 stop33h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 22/8

23:10-20:35

1 stop22h 25m

R12 740

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

19:10-20:25

1 stop24h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 26/7

23:10-5:30

1 stop31h 20m

R13 666

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

17:55-17:05

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/8

10:25-9:40

2 stops24h 15m

R13 764

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

13:30-3:05

2 stops36h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 6/8

13:00-10:30

1 stop22h 30m

R13 780

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

13:30-20:25

1 stop29h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 6/7

18:05-20:35

1 stop27h 30m

R14 170

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

13:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 31/7

10:25-10:15

1 stop24h 50m

R15 226

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

22:20-15:00

1 stop15h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 8/7

23:10-5:30

1 stop31h 20m

R16 412

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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 126). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of R19 077). 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 87 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 14 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

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?
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 585 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

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?
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 411 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

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?
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 726 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

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?
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 452 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

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?
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 009 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

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?

    Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates can get you from Johannesburg to Athens in just under 17h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h. 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 125, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Athens.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and Etihad Airways. Air France is 33% 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 542 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R4 808 and Emirates from R6 134 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 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 R230 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. Frankfurt am Main sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg to Athens flights. Frankfurt am Main is followed by Zurich 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R6 126). Flying from Johannesburg to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of R19 077). 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 125AverageR13 322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 589AverageR10 682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 653AverageR9 691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 958AverageR10 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR8 968AverageR11 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 138AverageR10 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR9 151AverageR12 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 362AverageR11 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 897AverageR11 937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 676AverageR12 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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