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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R4 728

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Mar 9 — Mar 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Greece
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Greece. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 February 2026.

Thu 19/213:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/312:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/2R8 923
Wed 11/212:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/212:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R8 955
Wed 18/213:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/219:00
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R8 971
Fri 13/213:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/212:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R8 987
Sun 8/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Sat 14/36:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/2R9 036
Mon 9/29:50
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 24/26:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/2R9 052
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Tue 17/317:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/2R9 100
Sun 8/213:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/212:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R9 133
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/316:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2R9 149
Wed 17/622:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 1/715:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/2R9 165
Sun 8/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/313:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2R9 181
Mon 16/29:30
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop16h 10m
Lufthansa
Mon 23/217:25
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop17h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/2R9 358

Find flight deals from South Africa to Greece

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Greece flight deals. Data was last updated 7 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 923

One-way from

R4 728

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 262
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/2-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 25m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 45m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R19 627 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 317 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Greece 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 7 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Greece that are best for you.

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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 14/3

6:35-7:05

1 stop24h 30m

R9 036

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/3

17:35-9:30

1 stop15h 55m

R9 100

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/3

6:40-8:20

1 stop25h 40m

R9 278

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

12:45-11:10

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/3

19:00-8:40

1 stop13h 40m

R9 310

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

20:40-14:50

1 stop17h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/6

16:20-16:10

1 stop24h 50m

R9 342

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 30/4

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 423

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

23:00-13:35

1 stop14h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 30/3

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 504

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/7

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 504

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:05-8:40

1 stop13h 35m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Mon 30/3

21:15-10:30

1 stop14h 15m

R9 665

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 14/6

14:45-3:05

2 stops35h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 30/6

15:40-13:15

2 stops22h 35m

R9 923

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Deals found on 6/2

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Greece

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Greece

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R7 229). Flying from South Africa to Greece in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 375). 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 Greece

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Greece. 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 Greece. Reviews last updated 7 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 387 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 209 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
958 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 507 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Greece. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Greece?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Greece can take about 13h 35m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 665. South Africa and Greece are separated by a distance of 7426 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 Greece one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Greece are Qatar Airways (R6 073), Emirates (R7 327), and Singapore Airlines (R7 413).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Greece that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Greece flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Greece?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Greece.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Greece?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Greece 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 Greece?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R7 229). Flying from South Africa to Greece in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 375). 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 Greece

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Greece. 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 7 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 381AverageR11 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 729AverageR13 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 175AverageR15 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR8 736AverageR10 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 774AverageR16 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR8 819AverageR13 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 855AverageR13 367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 883AverageR11 944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 422AverageR12 185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 560AverageR17 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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