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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R5 037

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Aug 1 — Aug 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 July 2026.

Thu 13/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 20/86:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops51h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R9 713
Wed 16/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 730
Mon 24/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/914:25
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 746
Wed 12/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops38h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 18/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 795
Wed 5/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops38h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R9 812
Tue 7/720:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/1113:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/6R9 894
Fri 20/1112:25
DUR
-
ATH
2 stops29h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/1213:20
ATH
-
DUR
2 stops21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/7R9 943
Mon 17/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops38h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 21/814:30
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6R9 992
Mon 20/713:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops24h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 19/83:55
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/6R10 041
Tue 13/1014:05
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/1113:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/7R10 140
Wed 21/1019:30
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/1013:20
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/6R10 911
Fri 20/1119:10
DUR
-
ATH
1 stop19h 55m
Emirates
Wed 2/1218:00
ATH
-
DUR
1 stop23h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 2/7R10 944

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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 713

One-way from

R5 037

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 584
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/8-20/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 35m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 55m 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. 0% potential price decrease (R1 619 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 2 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 4/11

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 8/11

13:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R10 353

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

23:15-1:15

1 stop25h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 6/8

6:00-21:25

1 stop16h 25m

R11 042

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

13:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

13:05-9:40

2 stops20h 35m

R11 075
Fastest return journey

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

R11 157

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 2/8

18:40-20:25

1 stop24h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/8

23:10-16:35

1 stop18h 25m

R11 206

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

13:30-21:00

2 stops31h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 8/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R11 272

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

17:55-3:05

1 stop32h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 24/8

15:40-9:40

2 stops19h 00m

R11 272

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 20/7

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R11 452

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

13:30-20:25

2 stops29h 55m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Fri 4/9

21:15-9:40

2 stops37h 25m

R11 551

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

13:30-8:40

2 stops43h 10m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Sat 28/11

21:55-9:40

2 stops35h 45m

R11 567

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R6 711). Flying from South Africa to Greece in October is currently the most expensive (average of R23 003). 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 76 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 2 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andQatar 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
3 606 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
3 606 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
4 432 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
7,3
Good
3 737 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
1 471 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
1 008 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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 19h 50m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 353. 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 239), Etihad Airways (R7 410), and Singapore Airlines (R7 559).

  • 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 711). Flying from South Africa to Greece in October is currently the most expensive (average of R23 003). 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 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR8 673AverageR14 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 692AverageR12 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 722AverageR10 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapestR8 944AverageR11 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 989AverageR11 969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 022AverageR18 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 239AverageR14 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 389AverageR12 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 721AverageR15 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
EgyptairCheapestR9 993AverageR12 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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