Can I find cheaper flights to Greece if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Greece on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Greece?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air France is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Greece.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Greece?

Thera Santorini is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Greece. One-way flights to Thera Santorini typically cost R591, while return flights cost around R1 426.

How much is a return flight to Greece?

A return flight to Greece will typically cost around R1 629, however they can be found for as little as R1 629.

Where does the fastest flight to Greece depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Greece, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 50 minutes).

Does Athens Eleftherios V. have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Athens Eleftherios V. can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Athens Eleftherios V.?

Yes. Athens Eleftherios V. has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sofitel Athens Airport is the closest property to Athens Eleftherios V. (0,0 km away from Athens Eleftherios V.).

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How long is the flight to Greece?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Greece takes 26 hours 52 minutes. Flights to Greece from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Greece?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Greece are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Greece?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Greece are Air France, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Greece by month

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

Temperature in Greece by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Greece, 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Greece?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Greece, you should look to book at least 19 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Greece?

The most popular places in Greece to fly to are Athens, Thera, Mykonos, Corfu and Heraklion.

Reviews of airlines servicing Greece

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to Greece have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Emirates

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Qatar Airways

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Etihad Airways

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1 532 reviews

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3 655 reviews

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FAQs about flying to Greece

What is good to know if travelling to Greece?

Travellers who get flight tickets to Greece over New Year’s Day are in for a traditional treat. Children go from door to door singing carols and sharing goodwill with neighbours, families prepare roasts and a pomegranate is smashed against the door at midnight.
Sampling delicious Mediterranean cuisine is just one delight a trip to Greece provides. Taramasalata (fish roe dip) is a traditional favourite along with Dolmades (grape leaf-wrapped rice parcels) and moussaka (a baked dish with layers of aubergine, meat, garlic and other ingredients).
The Greek Archipelago makes up 7500 kilometres of the country’s 16 000 kilometre coastline. Beaches, sand-dunes, pebble beaches and caves are waiting to be explored.
Planning a trip to Greece will more than likely include visits to its numerous ancient archaeological sites like the great Olympia which hosted the first Olympic games, the Temple of Apollo Epicurius and Greece’s breath-taking Byzantine churches.

Can I find cheaper flights to Greece if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Greece on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Greece?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air France is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Greece.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Greece?
Thera Santorini is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Greece. One-way flights to Thera Santorini typically cost R591, while return flights cost around R1 426.
How much is a return flight to Greece?
A return flight to Greece will typically cost around R1 629, however they can be found for as little as R1 629.
Where does the fastest flight to Greece depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Greece, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 50 minutes).
Does Athens Eleftherios V. have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Athens Eleftherios V. can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Athens Eleftherios V.?
Yes. Athens Eleftherios V. has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sofitel Athens Airport is the closest property to Athens Eleftherios V. (0,0 km away from Athens Eleftherios V.).

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How long is the flight to Greece?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Greece takes 26 hours 52 minutes. Flights to Greece from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Greece?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Greece are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Greece?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Greece are Air France, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Greece by month

Plan your trip to Greece by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Greece by month

Plan your trip to Greece by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to Greece?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Greece, you should look to book at least 19 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Greece?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Greece in the last few years. This data was updated on 4 September 2026.

The most popular places in Greece to fly to are Athens, Thera, Mykonos, Corfu and Heraklion.

Reviews of airlines servicing Greece

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to Greece have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Greece

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Can I find cheaper flights to Greece if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Greece?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Greece?

How much is a return flight to Greece?

Where does the fastest flight to Greece depart from?

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