How long is the flight from South Africa to Athens?

A quick flight from South Africa to Athens can take about 15h 20m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 184. The distance between South Africa and Athens is about 8010 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 180 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R4 868 and Emirates from R5 011 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 5.0 - 64.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 64.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Athens?

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Athens are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to ATH?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Athens as you normally would.

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.

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?

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Athens (average of R10 043). Flying from South Africa to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 793). 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 31 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.

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Related info for your journey

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 15h 20m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 184. The distance between South Africa and Athens is about 8010 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 180 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R4 868 and Emirates from R5 011 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Athens?
While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Athens Eleftherios V. or Durban King Shaka Intl - Athens Eleftherios V., Cape Town Intl - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Athens (average of R10 043). Flying from South Africa to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 793). 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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