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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R5 027

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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Feb 2 — Feb 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 3 January 2026.

Wed 28/19:25CPT - ATH
1 stop15h 10mSWISS
Mon 16/217:40ATH - CPT
1 stop37h 50mSWISS
Deal found 2/1R9 082
Mon 19/19:50JNB - ATH
1 stop19h 50mEtihad Airways
Thu 5/212:40ATH - JNB
2 stops43h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/1R9 378
Mon 16/219:45JNB - ATH
2 stops16h 55mAustrian Airlines
Mon 23/213:25ATH - JNB
2 stops20h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 2/1R9 395
Mon 16/220:30JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 23/219:00ATH - JNB
1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/1R9 411
Sun 15/210:10JNB - ATH
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/213:25ATH - JNB
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1R9 428
Sun 18/110:10JNB - ATH
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/117:40ATH - JNB
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1R9 477
Mon 19/120:10CPT - ATH
1 stop20h 30mSWISS
Tue 3/27:05ATH - CPT
1 stop24h 25mSWISS
Deal found 1/1R9 477
Mon 16/219:45JNB - ATH
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/217:25ATH - JNB
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1R9 494
Mon 19/113:45JNB - ATH
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 5/212:40ATH - JNB
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/1R9 510
Sun 15/219:45JNB - ATH
2 stops16h 55mAustrian Airlines
Sun 22/213:25ATH - JNB
2 stops20h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 1/1R9 543
Mon 16/214:15CPT - ATH
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/217:40ATH - CPT
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1R9 543
Sun 25/19:50JNB - ATH
2 stops26h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/219:25ATH - JNB
2 stops36h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/1R9 576

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 3 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 082

One-way from

R5 027

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 268
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 28/1-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 00m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 40m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R21 112 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 440 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 3 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Greece that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Greece

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 31/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop16h 50m

R9 477

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

13:45-18:00

1 stop28h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/2

12:40-15:25

1 stop26h 45m

R9 510

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

9:50-18:35

2 stops32h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/2

6:00-8:20

2 stops26h 20m

R9 527

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:45-12:40

2 stops16h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/2

13:25-9:30

2 stops20h 05m

R9 527

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

20:30-11:10

1 stop14h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/2

12:40-8:40

1 stop20h 00m

R9 543

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

20:40-18:05

1 stop20h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 4/5

19:35-17:15

1 stop22h 40m

R9 593

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

12:45-11:10

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 29/4

11:35-8:50

1 stop22h 15m

R9 856

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 14/6

12:05-18:30

2 stops29h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 30/6

12:05-10:35

2 stops23h 30m

R9 939

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

20:55-18:30

1 stop20h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 26/6

13:55-4:00

1 stop15h 05m

R10 021

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

19:25-13:10

1 stop16h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 4/5

13:35-8:35

2 stops20h 00m

R10 103

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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 367). Flying from South Africa to Greece in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 576). 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 3 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
3 453 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
3 453 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
3 699 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
4 147 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
925 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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 16h 55m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 527. 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 194), Emirates (R7 507), and Singapore Airlines (R7 549).

  • 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 367). Flying from South Africa to Greece in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 576). 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 3 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestR422AverageR17 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR6 939AverageR12 314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 973AverageR14 945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 838AverageR13 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR8 923AverageR11 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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KLMCheapestR8 947AverageR14 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 963AverageR17 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 967AverageR13 623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 014AverageR12 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 223AverageR12 524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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