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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R4 645

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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Sep 1 — Sep 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 August 2026.

Sun 13/922:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 24/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/8R9 174
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/96:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops27h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/7R9 190
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/914:30
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/8R9 207
Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/8R9 224
Fri 4/922:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 8/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/8R9 240
Wed 2/922:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 24/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R9 257
Sat 12/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/7R9 273
Sun 2/814:30
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop23h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 31/815:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/7R9 290
Tue 1/922:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 26/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R9 306
Wed 19/822:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 16/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/8R9 323
Fri 18/922:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 23/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R9 339
Wed 23/916:35
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop33h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 21/1022:00
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop14h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/7R11 257

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 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 174

One-way from

R4 645

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 637
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 13/9-26/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 05m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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4/10
  • 4/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 25m 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 702 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 August 2026.
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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

8:20-14:35

1 stop29h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 8/9

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 356

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

20:55-12:25

1 stop14h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 19/10

12:05-9:10

1 stop22h 05m

R10 827

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

14:05-7:00

1 stop15h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/11

13:20-15:35

1 stop26h 15m

R10 893

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

20:55-18:30

1 stop20h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 28/10

19:00-15:35

1 stop20h 35m

R10 910

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

13:30-8:55

2 stops42h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 19/10

22:00-9:40

2 stops36h 40m

R10 926

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

20:55-18:30

1 stop20h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 26/10

13:20-15:35

1 stop26h 15m

R10 959

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

14:05-12:25

1 stop21h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 25/10

12:55-15:35

1 stop26h 40m

R11 207

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

23:15-16:30

1 stop16h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 16/9

17:25-21:25

1 stop29h 00m

R11 290

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:30-8:40

2 stops43h 10m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Mon 23/11

21:55-9:40

2 stops35h 45m

R11 339

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

13:15-18:30

1 stop28h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 19/9

12:05-17:30

1 stop30h 25m

R11 356

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R10 100). Flying from South Africa to Greece in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 678). 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 89 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 August 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
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
3 637 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
7,4
Good
3 738 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
4 461 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
1 499 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
1 013 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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 14h 30m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 827. 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 277), Etihad Airways (R7 466), and Singapore Airlines (R7 602).

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R10 100). Flying from South Africa to Greece in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 678). 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 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR7 247AverageR15 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR8 522AverageR11 353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 760AverageR11 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 787AverageR10 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 814AverageR14 851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 830AverageR12 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 402AverageR12 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 438AverageR13 180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 181AverageR12 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 812AverageR14 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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