Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R4 992

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Jan 1 — Jan 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Greece

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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 2 December 2025.

Sat 6/1219:45JNB - ATH
1 stop17h 25mLufthansa
Sat 13/1217:25ATH - JNB
2 stops22h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 30/11R11 454
Sat 6/1219:45JNB - ATH
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1217:25ATH - JNB
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11R12 086
Sun 7/129:00CPT - ATH
1 stop15h 35mSWISS
Sun 14/1217:40ATH - CPT
1 stop28h 25mSWISS
Deal found 30/11R13 078
Tue 16/1210:10JNB - ATH
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Tue 23/1214:10ATH - JNB
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 30/11R14 120
Thu 18/1210:10JNB - ATH
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Thu 8/117:35ATH - JNB
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 30/11R14 155
Mon 15/1216:50JNB - ATH
2 stops18h 20mRwandAir
Thu 25/1212:40ATH - JNB
2 stops25h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 1/12R14 360
Thu 18/1219:45JNB - ATH
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/113:25ATH - JNB
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11R15 266
Tue 16/1210:10JNB - ATH
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/128:10ATH - JNB
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11R15 488
Mon 15/1210:40JNB - ATH
2 stops25h 20mLufthansa
Thu 25/1214:10ATH - JNB
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 1/12R15 744
Sun 7/129:30CPT - ATH
2 stops26h 50mLufthansa
Sun 14/1218:55ATH - CPT
2 stops40h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 30/11R16 497
Sun 7/1212:30CPT - ATH
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/120:40ATH - CPT
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11R17 317
Mon 1/129:50JNB - SKG
2 stops22h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/129:30SKG - JNB
2 stops22h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/12R18 411

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 2 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 659

One-way from

R4 992

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 804
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/1-21/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 30m total
  • South Africa to Greece
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 35m total
  • South Africa to Greece
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R23 535 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 671 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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 2 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Greece that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Greece

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 22/1

14:10-9:30

1 stop19h 20m

R9 659

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

13:45-11:10

1 stop21h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 21/1

19:00-15:35

1 stop20h 35m

R9 693

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

19:45-16:35

1 stop20h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 11/2

14:20-9:30

1 stop19h 10m

R9 727

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

23:00-13:35

1 stop14h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 19/2

14:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R9 847

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 23/1

19:25-8:20

2 stops36h 55m

R10 052

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

11:55-8:30

1 stop19h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 13/5

19:35-8:50

1 stop14h 15m

R10 360

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 19/2

6:25-9:30

1 stop27h 05m

R10 479

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

12:40-7:00

1 stop17h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 23/4

16:20-17:15

1 stop25h 55m

R10 582

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/1

12:35-11:10

1 stop22h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 23/1

19:00-17:25

1 stop22h 25m

R10 599

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 12/3

7:00-1:40

2 stops18h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 16/3

6:35-13:55

2 stops31h 20m

R10 616

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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 334). Flying from South Africa to Greece in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 898). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Greece. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Greece is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Greece?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Greece. Price data was last updated on 1 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Greece flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 2 December 2025.
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.

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 14h 35m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 847. South Africa and Greece are separated by a distance of 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 Greece one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Greece are Qatar Airways (R4 469), Etihad Airways (R5 303), and Turkish Airlines (R5 740).

  • 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 334). Flying from South Africa to Greece in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 898). 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 2 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestR438AverageR18 063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR7 197AverageR12 935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 139AverageR13 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 173AverageR14 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 214AverageR17 780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 255AverageR11 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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KLMCheapestR9 279AverageR14 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 302AverageR14 096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 311AverageR12 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 566AverageR13 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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