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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R5 622

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 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Aug 17 — Aug 241
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 18 July 2026.

Wed 5/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 9/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/7R9 925
Tue 15/913:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops23h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 22/95:55
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops28h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/7R10 123
Fri 16/1020:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 25/1012:55
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/7R10 173
Tue 1/922:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 26/915:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/7R10 272
Sat 10/109:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 18/107:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/7R10 354
Sat 22/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 15/913:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/7R10 371
Tue 13/1023:15
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1114:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7R10 387
Thu 27/813:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/915:40
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R10 437
Sat 22/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 13/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/7R10 453
Tue 8/913:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops24h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 8/1022:00
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops36h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/7R10 486
Sun 11/1014:30
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop23h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 22/1015:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/7R10 502
Mon 27/713:30
JNB
-
SKG
2 stops29h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/99:35
SKG
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/7R10 931

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 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 925

One-way from

R5 622

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 426
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/8-9/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 21/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m 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 802 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 18 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

Thu 15/10

20:55-12:25

1 stop14h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 19/10

12:05-9:10

1 stop22h 05m

R10 849

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 261

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

13:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 31/8

15:40-9:40

2 stops19h 00m

R11 442

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

15:10-14:35

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 8/10

15:35-13:00

1 stop22h 25m

R11 607

JohannesburgMykonos

JNB - JMK

JNBJMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

14:05-12:00

1 stop20h 55m

Mikonos

Wed 9/9

8:50-9:10

2 stops25h 20m

R11 756

JohannesburgMykonos

JNB - JMK

JNBJMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

14:05-12:00

1 stop20h 55m

Mikonos

Sat 5/9

13:00-9:10

1 stop21h 10m

R11 805

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

R12 019

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 10/10

18:55-18:30

2 stops22h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 13/10

13:55-10:35

2 stops21h 40m

R12 168

Cape TownThessaloniki

CPT - SKG

CPTSKG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

16:35-20:25

1 stop26h 50m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Mon 14/9

9:35-11:50

1 stop27h 15m

R12 201

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

18:25-16:50

2 stops21h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/8

6:00-21:25

1 stop16h 25m

R12 382

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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 074). Flying from South Africa to Greece in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 646). 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 71 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 18 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
3 629 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
3 629 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
4 449 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
3 745 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
1 479 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
1 012 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 849. 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 268), Etihad Airways (R7 447), and Singapore Airlines (R7 601).

  • 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 074). Flying from South Africa to Greece in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 646). 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 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR8 501AverageR11 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 715AverageR14 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 727AverageR12 177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 963AverageR10 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 002AverageR11 913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 066AverageR14 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 285AverageR13 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 434AverageR12 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 768AverageR15 336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 042AverageR11 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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