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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R5 126

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Feb 21 — Feb 281
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 22 January 2026.

Thu 5/312:25
DUR
-
ATH
2 stops22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/312:40
ATH
-
DUR
2 stops22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/1R8 473
Thu 29/113:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/212:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R8 913
Sun 8/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Mon 16/36:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/1R8 946
Fri 20/212:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 27/212:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/1R9 011
Sun 8/39:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/36:05
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/1R9 077
Sun 25/119:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/217:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R9 093
Sun 1/210:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Sun 8/26:35
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/1R9 109
Sun 8/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/313:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R9 158
Wed 17/622:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 1/715:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/1R9 191
Mon 9/319:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop20h 50m
Lufthansa
Sat 14/36:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/1R9 224
Fri 19/614:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/612:05
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R9 240
Sun 8/29:25
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop15h 10m
SWISS
Mon 23/217:40
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop37h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 21/1R9 289

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 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 946

One-way from

R5 126

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 909
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 1/2-8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 00m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 25m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R20 155 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 357 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 22 January 2026.
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DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/3

12:25-11:10

2 stops22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/3

12:40-10:55

2 stops22h 15m

R8 473

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 16/3

6:35-7:05

1 stop24h 30m

R8 946

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

9:50-11:50

1 stop26h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 15/3

6:05-8:20

2 stops26h 15m

R9 077

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 8/2

6:35-9:30

2 stops26h 55m

R9 109

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

14:45-18:30

1 stop26h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 26/6

12:05-4:00

1 stop16h 55m

R9 240

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 14/6

12:05-12:25

2 stops23h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 30/6

12:05-10:35

2 stops23h 30m

R9 322

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 7/3

12:25-11:10

2 stops22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 14/3

12:40-10:55

2 stops22h 15m

R9 762

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

14:45-18:30

1 stop26h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 4/7

12:05-4:00

1 stop16h 55m

R10 481

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

17:50-14:50

1 stop20h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 21/6

22:00-10:30

1 stop13h 30m

R10 546

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

12:45-11:10

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/2

19:00-15:35

1 stop20h 35m

R10 579

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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 297). Flying from South Africa to Greece in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 485). 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.

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 22 January 2026.
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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 718 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 374 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 200 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
948 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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 15h 30m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R8 946. 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 404), Etihad Airways (R5 064), and Emirates (R5 308).

  • 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 297). Flying from South Africa to Greece in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 485). 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 22 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestR418AverageR17 297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR7 154AverageR12 276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 783AverageR14 976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 820AverageR13 524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR8 838AverageR11 119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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KLMCheapestR8 861AverageR14 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 878AverageR16 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 920AverageR13 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 942AverageR12 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 535AverageR12 311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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