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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R4 941

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Apr 4 — Apr 111
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 5 March 2026.

Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 31/313:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/3R8 947
Wed 8/413:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops24h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 18/43:55
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/2R8 980
Mon 23/39:40
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops29h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 31/310:25
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops24h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/3R8 996
Fri 13/320:30
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop21h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/312:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/3R9 013
Fri 19/613:30
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 25/63:55
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/3R9 029
Mon 13/422:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/415:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R9 045
Sun 15/39:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/313:10
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/3R9 062
Sat 21/320:30
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 27/312:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/3R9 095
Wed 17/622:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 1/715:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R9 111
Mon 9/323:00
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop14h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/314:30
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3R9 128
Sun 8/310:10
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/413:50
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3R9 144
Fri 13/39:25
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop15h 10m
SWISS
Thu 16/416:35
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 28/2R9 308

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 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 947

One-way from

R4 941

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 883
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/3-31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 40m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R18 160 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 164 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 5 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

13:30-3:05

2 stops36h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 28/4

22:00-10:30

1 stop13h 30m

R9 653

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

18:00-3:05

1 stop32h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 24/4

15:40-9:40

2 stops19h 00m

R9 719

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

18:00-14:50

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 30/6

3:55-9:40

2 stops30h 45m

R9 916
Fastest return journey

Cape TownThessaloniki

CPT - SKG

CPTSKG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

16:35-8:45

1 stop15h 10m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Sun 7/6

21:15-11:50

1 stop15h 35m

R10 572

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 12/6

12:05-14:50

2 stops25h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 16/6

20:00-10:35

2 stops15h 35m

R11 262

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

13:30-20:25

2 stops29h 55m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Wed 17/6

21:15-10:30

1 stop14h 15m

R11 377

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 14/6

14:45-14:50

2 stops23h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 30/6

22:00-13:15

2 stops16h 15m

R11 409

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

13:30-20:25

2 stops29h 55m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Tue 28/4

21:15-9:40

2 stops37h 25m

R11 508

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

14:45-18:30

1 stop26h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/8

13:55-15:20

1 stop26h 25m

R11 721

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/5

22:45-0:45

2 stops25h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 30/5

6:55-20:55

1 stop15h 00m

R11 951

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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 978). Flying from South Africa to Greece in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 522). 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 5 March 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
3 539 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
3 539 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
3 745 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
1 424 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
4 244 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
961 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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 25h. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 951. South Africa and Greece are separated by a distance of 8010 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 169), Singapore Airlines (R7 534), and Cathay Pacific (R7 639).

  • 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 978). Flying from South Africa to Greece in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 522). 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 5 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 543AverageR11 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 640AverageR14 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 770AverageR12 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR8 888AverageR11 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 927AverageR16 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 001AverageR14 369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 020AverageR12 156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 168AverageR13 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 591AverageR12 475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 726AverageR16 913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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