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Cheap flights from Athens to South Africa from R7 008

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — JNB
Aug 16 — Aug 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Athens to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Athens to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 July 2026.

Sun 6/96:00
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/919:20
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7R10 839
Thu 3/918:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Lufthansa
Wed 16/919:00
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/7R11 085
Sat 21/1113:45
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/1119:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R11 396
Thu 3/915:30
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/919:00
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7R11 478
Thu 3/915:35
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/90:10
CPT
-
ATH
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R11 723
Thu 3/96:35
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop27h 55m
Lufthansa
Thu 17/917:55
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop16h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 15/7R11 985
Thu 3/918:35
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 55m
Lufthansa
Fri 18/918:00
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop26h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 13/7R12 231
Sat 5/96:55
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
SWISS
Fri 18/922:35
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop20h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 17/7R12 460

Find flight deals from Athens to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Athens to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 17 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 839

One-way from

R7 008

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R15 375
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 6/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 15m total
  • Athens to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 35m total
  • Athens to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R20 474 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 397 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 6/9

13:50-8:35

2 stops19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

19:20-13:10

1 stop16h 50m

R11 904

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 23/8

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

9:45-6:15

1 stop19h 30m

R12 739

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/9

15:45-9:30

2 stops18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

18:00-21:00

1 stop26h 00m

R12 935

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/11

13:45-7:35

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

20:20-12:55

1 stop16h 35m

R13 001

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 27/8

6:00-21:25

1 stop16h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

7:40-1:15

1 stop16h 35m

R13 066

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 6/9

17:45-21:10

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

7:40-1:15

1 stop16h 35m

R13 262

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 1/12

17:25-10:35

1 stop17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/12

9:30-1:25

1 stop15h 55m

R13 541

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 6/9

6:00-21:25

1 stop16h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

23:15-23:00

2 stops22h 45m

R13 574

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 7/9

6:00-21:10

1 stop16h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

7:40-1:15

1 stop16h 35m

R13 623

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/9

15:35-13:00

1 stop22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

15:10-14:35

1 stop22h 25m

R13 917

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Best time to book a flight from Athens to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Athens to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Athens to South Africa?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R5 845). Flying from Athens to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 446). 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 often are flights from Athens to South Africa delayed?

About 50% of weekly flights between Athens and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 201 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Athens to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 17 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways from Athens to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 628 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 628 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 628 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 448 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 628 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 479 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 010 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Athens to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Athens to South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Athens, you will be flying from Eleftherios V., which is the city’s only airport. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is located 19,7 km from the centre of Athens.

  • How long is the flight from Athens to South Africa?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, and SWISS fly from Athens to South Africa in about 17h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 10m. There are 8010 km between Athens and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Athens to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 499. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Egyptair, as they are both options that can get you from Athens to South Africa for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Athens to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Athens to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Athens to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Athens to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Athens to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Athens to South Africa 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 Athens to South Africa?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R5 845). Flying from Athens to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 446). 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 5 airlines flying from Athens to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR5 838AverageR12 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 386AverageR13 239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 735AverageR10 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 145AverageR12 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 826AverageR14 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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