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Cheap flights from South Africa to Athens from R5 467

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Jul 16 — Jul 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Athens

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 June 2026.

Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 366
Mon 5/109:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops49h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 18/107:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/6R9 479
Mon 3/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 23/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 495
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 528
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 592
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 609
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 641
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 657
Mon 7/913:15
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/912:05
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6R10 595
Sun 19/719:30
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop15h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/712:05
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/6R10 628
Fri 17/713:15
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 18/813:55
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/6R10 676
Mon 9/1112:25
DUR
-
ATH
2 stops22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 13/1119:00
ATH
-
DUR
2 stops15h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/6R11 339

Find flight deals from South Africa to Athens

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Athens flight deals. Data was last updated 16 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 366

One-way from

R5 467

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 000
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/9-18/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 15m total
  • South Africa to Athens
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • South Africa to Athens
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 635 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 16 June 2026.
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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 984

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/11

12:25-11:10

2 stops22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/11

19:00-10:55

2 stops15h 55m

R11 339

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

18:50-8:40

1 stop13h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/11

10:10-9:40

2 stops23h 30m

R11 889

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

14:15-0:55

2 stops33h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 20/1

17:40-16:45

2 stops23h 05m

R12 569

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

23:15-1:15

1 stop25h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 8/9

6:00-21:25

1 stop16h 25m

R12 633

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

20:00-20:25

1 stop23h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/10

23:10-16:40

1 stop18h 30m

R12 698

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

23:15-1:15

1 stop25h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/8

20:55-21:25

2 stops25h 30m

R12 779

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

23:15-1:15

1 stop25h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 8/9

18:35-21:25

2 stops27h 50m

R12 957

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

13:15-12:25

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 27/7

12:05-10:15

1 stop23h 10m

R13 297

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

13:15-12:25

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 26/7

11:15-10:15

1 stop24h 00m

R13 297

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Athens

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Athens?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Athens (average of R6 616). Flying from South Africa to Athens in October is currently the most expensive (average of R24 490). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Athens?

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Athens. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 16 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Athens have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 410 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 454 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa?

    For a flight from South Africa to Athens, you will be flying into Eleftherios V.. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is just 19,7 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Athens?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Athens can take about 22h 45m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 339. The distance between South Africa and Athens is about 7541 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa 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 R4 786 and Emirates from R5 259 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Athens?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Athens Eleftherios V. or Durban King Shaka Intl - Athens Eleftherios V., Johannesburg OR Tambo - Athens Eleftherios V. is the most popular route from South Africa to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Athens that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Athens?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Athens?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Athens (average of R6 616). Flying from South Africa to Athens in October is currently the most expensive (average of R24 490). 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 South Africa to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 16 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR7 092AverageR13 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 550AverageR11 227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 614AverageR9 647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 897AverageR10 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 917AverageR11 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR8 928AverageR11 362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 109AverageR13 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 319AverageR12 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 852AverageR11 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 627AverageR12 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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