Cheap flights from South Africa to Athens from R5 063

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
apr 8 — apr 151
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 9 märts 2026.

K 11/320:30
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 40m
Qatar Airways
N 26/312:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R9 017
K 15/713:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
P 19/73:55
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/3R9 033
R 24/413:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
T 28/422:00
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops36h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3R9 050
R 13/320:30
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 30m
Qatar Airways
R 20/312:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/3R9 083
E 13/422:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
E 27/415:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R9 116
L 21/312:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop29h 15m
Qatar Airways
K 25/312:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R9 133
K 3/622:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
T 16/615:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R9 149
P 21/613:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops42h 25m
Turkish Airlines
E 6/73:55
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R9 166
R 3/49:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
N 16/46:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops27h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3R9 182
K 10/622:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
T 16/615:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R9 199
K 11/318:55
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
T 17/319:00
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/3R9 861
N 12/319:00
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop16h 10m
Qatar Airways
N 19/319:00
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R9 960

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 9 märts 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 017

One-way from

R5 063

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 489
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 40m total
  • South Africa to Athens
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 10m total
  • South Africa to Athens
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 049 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 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 9 märts 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Athens that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

R 24/4

13:30-3:05

2 stops36h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

T 28/4

10:25-9:40

2 stops24h 15m

R9 100

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

R 24/4

9:50-6:15

1 stop19h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

T 28/4

13:50-8:20

1 stop19h 30m

R9 546

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

P 14/6

14:45-8:55

2 stops17h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

E 29/6

3:55-13:15

2 stops34h 20m

R10 655

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

R 12/6

12:05-14:50

2 stops25h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

T 16/6

13:55-10:35

2 stops21h 40m

R11 465

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

K 26/8

13:15-20:25

1 stop30h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

T 1/9

23:10-16:40

1 stop18h 30m

R12 491

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

E 16/3

9:25-11:10

3 stops25h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

P 22/3

19:00-15:35

1 stop20h 35m

R12 557

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

E 24/8

13:15-20:25

1 stop30h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

R 28/8

23:10-16:40

1 stop18h 30m

R12 657
Fastest return journey

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

P 14/6

18:00-15:00

2 stops20h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

T 30/6

23:10-16:35

1 stop18h 25m

R12 805

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

R 12/6

18:40-20:25

1 stop24h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

T 16/6

23:10-16:35

1 stop18h 25m

R12 905

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

P 15/3

8:05-11:10

2 stops27h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

N 26/3

12:40-3:55

1 stop15h 15m

R12 987

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Athens

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Estimated return price
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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 R8 884). Flying from South Africa to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 579). 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.

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 märts 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad 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.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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 25m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 546. 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 518 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R5 036 and Etihad Airways from R5 262 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 R8 884). Flying from South Africa to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 579). 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 9 märts 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 601AverageR10 779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 734AverageR11 693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 839AverageR10 438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR8 957AverageR11 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 997AverageR10 796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 104AverageR12 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 203AverageR13 589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 238AverageR13 419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 662AverageR12 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 145AverageR13 086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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