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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R5 344

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Jul 15 — Jul 221
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 15 June 2026.

Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/6R9 405
Mon 5/109:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops49h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 18/107:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/6R9 518
Mon 3/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 23/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 535
Mon 9/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/1119:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/6R9 551
Sat 17/109:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 26/106:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/6R9 567
Sat 5/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 19/913:20
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops44h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/6R9 616
Mon 15/69:45
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/67:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 632
Mon 27/79:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/919:30
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops37h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 648
Mon 9/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 13/1113:10
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 681
Thu 19/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/1112:00
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/6R9 697
Mon 7/913:15
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/912:05
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6R10 639
Thu 27/812:05
DUR
-
ATH
2 stops29h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/912:05
ATH
-
DUR
2 stops23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/6R10 672

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 15 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 405

One-way from

R5 344

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 062
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/9-18/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 05m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 614 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 15 June 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

Mon 9/11

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/11

13:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 713

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 27/8

12:05-18:30

2 stops29h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/9

12:05-10:35

2 stops23h 30m

R10 672

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

13:30-21:05

2 stops31h 35m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Mon 16/11

9:30-9:40

2 stops24h 10m

R11 191

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

17:55-3:05

1 stop32h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R11 208

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

13:30-14:55

2 stops25h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R11 224
Fastest return journey

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/11

12:25-11:10

2 stops22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/11

19:00-10:55

2 stops15h 55m

R11 273

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

13:30-20:25

2 stops29h 55m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Sun 2/8

9:35-9:40

2 stops25h 05m

R12 247

JohannesburgCorfu

JNB - CFU

JNBCFU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

9:45-17:40

2 stops30h 55m

Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias

Mon 27/7

22:00-8:20

2 stops35h 20m

R12 393

JohannesburgThera

JNB - JTR

JNBJTR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

9:45-14:55

2 stops28h 10m

Thera Santorini

Sat 1/8

15:25-8:20

2 stops41h 55m

R12 605

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

14:15-0:55

2 stops33h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 20/1

17:40-16:45

2 stops23h 05m

R12 621

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R7 309). Flying from South Africa to Greece in March is currently the most expensive (average of R36 271). 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 49 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 15 June 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
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 409 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 452 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 R9 713. 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 445), Etihad Airways (R4 806), and Emirates (R5 281).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R7 309). Flying from South Africa to Greece in March is currently the most expensive (average of R36 271). 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 15 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR7 122AverageR13 316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 586AverageR14 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 649AverageR11 993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 830AverageR10 712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 954AverageR11 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR8 965AverageR11 409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 147AverageR13 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 358AverageR12 176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 623AverageR15 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 893AverageR11 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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