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Cheap flights from South Africa to Athens from R5 396

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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 6 June 2026.

Mon 20/79:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/814:25
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6R9 414
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6R9 512
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 12/96:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops51h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6R9 529
Mon 15/69:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/619:30
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops37h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/6R9 643
Mon 15/69:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 21/66:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6R9 660
Mon 17/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 21/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/6R9 676
Thu 23/79:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 2/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6R9 693
Mon 12/109:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 20/106:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops51h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/6R9 725
Mon 20/79:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/86:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6R9 742
Mon 27/79:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/919:30
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops37h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/6R9 758
Fri 5/618:30
DUR
-
ATH
2 stops16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/612:05
ATH
-
DUR
2 stops23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6R10 201
Tue 14/713:15
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/713:55
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6R10 693

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 6 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 414

One-way from

R5 396

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 415
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/8-28/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • South Africa to Athens
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 15m total
  • South Africa to Athens
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 698 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 6 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Athens that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

17:50-14:50

1 stop20h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R11 349

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 16/11

12:25-18:00

2 stops29h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 20/11

13:20-10:55

2 stops21h 35m

R11 447

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

12:35-11:10

1 stop22h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/11

13:20-10:30

1 stop21h 10m

R11 825

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

13:30-20:25

1 stop29h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 26/6

23:10-20:35

1 stop22h 25m

R12 284

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

9:45-13:05

2 stops26h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 21/7

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R12 366

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

13:30-20:25

1 stop29h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 28/7

23:10-5:30

1 stop31h 20m

R12 481

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 12/11

19:10-15:05

1 stop19h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 16/11

18:00-17:10

1 stop23h 10m

R12 874

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

19:30-12:25

1 stop15h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/10

11:55-17:30

1 stop30h 35m

R12 874

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

13:15-7:00

1 stop16h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 5/8

12:05-10:15

1 stop23h 10m

R12 956

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 12/11

12:25-11:10

2 stops22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 16/11

13:20-16:20

2 stops27h 00m

R13 087

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Athens (average of R7 380). Flying from South Africa to Athens in March is currently the most expensive (average of R31 816). 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 65 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 6 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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
3 577 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
3 577 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
7,4
Good
3 731 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
4 408 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
1 448 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
1 006 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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 20h. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 349. The distance between South Africa and Athens is about 7133 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 487 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R5 033 and Emirates from R5 332 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Athens (average of R7 380). Flying from South Africa to Athens in March is currently the most expensive (average of R31 816). 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 6 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR7 191AverageR12 503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 669AverageR11 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 752AverageR9 819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 044AverageR12 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR9 051AverageR11 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 179AverageR11 170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 206AverageR11 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR9 219AverageR13 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 482AverageR12 234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 989AverageR12 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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