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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens from R5 428

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Sep 8 — Sep 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 August 2026.

Mon 21/922:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Mon 5/1015:35 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 8/8R8 859
Tue 15/922:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Sat 26/915:35 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 6/8R8 908
Thu 3/99:45 -
2 stops26h 25m
Tue 8/97:20 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 4/8R8 956
Fri 7/822:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Tue 18/815:35 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 5/8R8 988
Mon 31/89:45 -
2 stops26h 20m
Sun 6/97:20 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 4/8R9 004
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop19h 35m
Fri 13/1113:10 -
1 stop19h 10m
Deal found 5/8R9 021
Sat 29/89:45 -
1 stop19h 30m
Wed 9/913:50 -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 4/8R9 085
Tue 1/922:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Sat 5/915:35 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 4/8R9 101
Tue 1/922:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Sat 26/915:35 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 5/8R9 117
Sun 30/822:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Mon 7/915:35 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 4/8R9 133
Fri 4/922:50 -
1 stop14h 45m
Sat 3/1015:35 -
1 stop29h 35m
Deal found 4/8R9 149

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 859

One-way from

R5 428

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 066
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/9-5/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 718 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Athens that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

9:50-5:25

1 stop19h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/11

13:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R8 988
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/9

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 085

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

17:55-3:10

1 stop32h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R10 164

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

0:20-8:40

1 stop32h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 30/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R10 341

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

13:30-8:40

2 stops43h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R10 470

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

13:30-3:10

2 stops36h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/9

4:00-9:40

2 stops30h 40m

R10 647

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

10:05-15:00

1 stop27h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 16/9

23:10-20:35

1 stop22h 25m

R12 049

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

9:45-12:35

1 stop25h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/9

6:05-8:15

2 stops51h 10m

R12 886
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:55-12:25

1 stop14h 30m

R5 428

JohannesburgAthens

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/8

9:45-6:15

1 stop19h 30m

R5 445

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Athens

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens, you should look to book at least 85 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 OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens (average of R9 375). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 630). 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 OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights typically cost between R10 019 and R13 031 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R8 859 on Ethiopian Air (Sept 21–Oct 5).

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 9 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 648 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 648 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 648 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 648 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 475 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 648 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 500 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 648 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 021 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 648 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Most people fly into Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) if they book a flight to Athens from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Eleftherios V. has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 10 airlines. Athens Eleftherios V. is conveniently located just 19,7 km from Athens’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    For as low as R9 085, Etihad Airways can have you in Athens from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 14h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7133 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens is Air France. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 063 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways, starting at R8 501 and R8 530 round-trip. Air France is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 890. Users have also found prices from R4 766 and R4 903 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Dubai sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights. Addis Ababa comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights.

  • 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 Gold Souq. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or Gold Souq can do so by travelling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights have a stopover in Cairo least often. Frankfurt am Main follows Cairo in terms of the least common stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights. Abu Dhabi comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens (average of R9 375). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 630). 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 OR Tambo to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 9 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR7 063AverageR14 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 537AverageR10 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 589AverageR10 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 605AverageR9 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR8 890AverageR11 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 106AverageR10 377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 162AverageR11 069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 197AverageR12 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 922AverageR12 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 536AverageR12 224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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