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Cheap flights from South Africa to Athens from R5 035

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
jul. 31 — ago. 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 julio 2026.

jue. 13/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
jue. 20/86:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops51h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R9 709
mié. 16/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
mié. 30/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 726
lun. 24/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
mar. 8/914:25
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 742
mié. 5/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops38h 00m
Etihad Airways
mié. 19/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/6R9 775
mié. 12/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops38h 00m
Etihad Airways
mar. 18/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 791
mar. 7/720:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
vie. 20/1113:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/6R9 890
lun. 17/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops38h 00m
Etihad Airways
vie. 21/814:30
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6R9 988
lun. 20/713:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops24h 20m
Turkish Airlines
mié. 19/83:55
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/6R10 037
mar. 13/1014:05
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 20m
Qatar Airways
lun. 9/1113:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/6R10 152
mié. 21/1019:30
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
mié. 28/1013:20
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/6R10 907
dom. 23/818:40
DUR
-
ATH
1 stop24h 45m
Emirates
mar. 8/923:10
ATH
-
DUR
1 stop18h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 26/6R10 972
mar. 15/918:25
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop25h 00m
Emirates
mar. 22/923:10
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop19h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 30/6R10 989

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 1 julio 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 709

One-way from

R5 035

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 579
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/8-20/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 35m total
  • South Africa to Athens
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 55m 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 617 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 1 julio 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/11

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

dom. 8/11

13:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R10 349

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 17/8

9:45-13:05

2 stops26h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

vie. 21/8

7:20-8:15

1 stop25h 55m

R10 365

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 13/10

13:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

lun. 9/11

13:05-9:40

2 stops20h 35m

R11 071
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/9

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

jue. 24/9

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R11 153

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/11

13:30-21:00

2 stops31h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

dom. 8/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R11 333

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 17/8

13:30-3:05

2 stops36h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

vie. 21/8

22:00-9:40

2 stops36h 40m

R11 350

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 15/7

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

lun. 20/7

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R11 448

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

dom. 26/7

23:15-12:50

1 stop36h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

mié. 5/8

13:35-21:25

1 stop32h 50m

R12 694

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

lun. 28/9

13:15-15:00

1 stop24h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

jue. 15/10

23:10-18:05

1 stop19h 55m

R12 826

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

dom. 23/8

12:05-18:30

2 stops29h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

vie. 11/9

12:05-17:25

2 stops30h 20m

R12 842

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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 708). Flying from South Africa to Athens in October is currently the most expensive (average of R27 062). 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 76 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 1 julio 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
3 603 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 603 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
4 430 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
7,3
Good
3 738 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 469 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 008 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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 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 19h 50m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 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 532 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R4 853 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Athens (average of R6 708). Flying from South Africa to Athens in October is currently the most expensive (average of R27 062). 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 1 julio 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR8 669AverageR11 337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 689AverageR9 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR8 941AverageR11 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 986AverageR11 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 019AverageR13 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 167AverageR11 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR9 236AverageR13 215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 385AverageR12 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 989AverageR12 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 745AverageR12 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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