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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R4 422

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 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Aug 11 — Aug 181
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 12 July 2026.

Sun 1/1112:25
DUR
-
ATH
2 stops22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/1113:20
ATH
-
DUR
2 stops21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/7R9 739
Mon 17/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops38h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 21/814:30
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/7R9 788
Sun 6/914:30
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop23h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 16/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop29h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/7R9 804
Wed 9/922:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 17/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7R9 869
Sun 6/914:30
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop23h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 15/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7R9 901
Sat 8/814:05
JNB
-
JMK
1 stop20h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 15/813:00
JMK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/7R9 934
Sun 6/98:20
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop29h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 14/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7R9 950
Wed 11/1113:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops25h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/1121:50
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7R9 966
Sun 1/1112:25
DUR
-
ATH
2 stops22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 14/1113:20
ATH
-
DUR
2 stops21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/7R9 983
Tue 18/822:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 24/815:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R9 983
Sun 6/98:20
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop29h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 28/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R9 999
Thu 5/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops49h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/1119:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/7R10 015

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 12 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 739

One-way from

R4 422

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 267
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/11-30/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 20m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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20/9
  • 20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 05m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 742 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 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 12 July 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

Wed 2/9

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/9

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R10 064

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/11

13:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R10 096

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 14/11

12:25-11:00

2 stops22h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 28/11

13:20-10:55

2 stops21h 35m

R10 243

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

14:05-7:00

1 stop15h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

13:20-15:35

1 stop26h 15m

R10 243

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

13:30-21:05

2 stops31h 35m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Thu 26/11

9:30-9:40

2 stops24h 10m

R11 072

JohannesburgMykonos

JNB - JMK

JNBJMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

20:55-12:00

1 stop14h 05m

Mikonos

Mon 24/8

13:00-4:00

1 stop16h 00m

R11 527

JohannesburgThera

JNB - JTR

JNBJTR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

22:50-23:15

2 stops23h 25m

Thera Santorini

Tue 28/7

8:20-3:55

2 stops20h 35m

R11 657

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 17/11

12:25-11:10

2 stops22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 20/11

13:20-10:55

2 stops21h 35m

R11 722

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 3/11

12:25-11:10

2 stops22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/11

13:20-10:55

2 stops21h 35m

R11 771

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 2/10

18:40-20:25

1 stop24h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 11/10

23:10-16:35

1 stop18h 25m

R11 982

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Greece

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Greece from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R6 650). Flying from South Africa to Greece in October is currently the most expensive (average of R28 159). 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 Greece?

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Greece. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 12 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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
3 612 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

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
3 612 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

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
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

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
4 442 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

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
1 475 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

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
1 010 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

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 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 45m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 064. 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 (R6 180), Etihad Airways (R7 343), and Singapore Airlines (R7 491).

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R6 650). Flying from South Africa to Greece in October is currently the most expensive (average of R28 159). 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 12 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR8 383AverageR11 228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 594AverageR14 463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 606AverageR12 008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 839AverageR10 749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 877AverageR11 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 940AverageR13 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 156AverageR13 334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 303AverageR12 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 632AverageR15 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 902AverageR11 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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