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Cheap flights from Athens to South Africa from R7 083

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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — JNB
Aug 22 — Aug 291
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 23 July 2026.

Wed 2/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/7R10 961
Fri 14/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 27/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/7R10 994
Sun 23/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/7R11 043
Fri 14/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 29/89:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/7R11 109
Thu 3/918:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Lufthansa
Wed 16/919:00
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 18/7R11 224
Sun 29/1112:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 05m
Lufthansa
Mon 21/1219:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop16h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/7R11 355
Mon 30/1117:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/1219:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7R11 487
Tue 22/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 27/19:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/7R11 503
Fri 25/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 28/19:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/7R11 553
Sun 29/1113:45
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 15m
SWISS
Tue 22/1220:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop16h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 20/7R11 569
Thu 3/918:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/919:00
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7R11 651
Thu 10/915:35
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/90:10
CPT
-
ATH
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7R11 783

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 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 961

One-way from

R7 083

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R15 431
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/9-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 50m total
  • Athens to South Africa
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Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 4/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 45m total
  • Athens to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R27 712 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 072 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Athens to South Africa 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 23 July 2026.
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AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 14/8

7:20-8:15

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

9:45-12:35

1 stop25h 50m

R11 109

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 25/9

7:20-8:15

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/1

9:50-5:25

1 stop19h 35m

R11 848

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 17/1

13:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/2

9:50-5:25

1 stop19h 35m

R12 161

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 15/1

12:50-9:40

2 stops20h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/2

19:55-18:05

1 stop22h 10m

R12 407

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 5/9

17:45-21:25

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

23:15-1:15

1 stop25h 00m

R13 196

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 6/8

10:25-20:10

3 stops34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

9:45-6:15

1 stop19h 30m

R13 262

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 22/8

3:55-9:40

2 stops30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

9:45-6:15

1 stop19h 30m

R13 426

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 26/9

13:20-8:35

2 stops20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/1

19:55-12:00

1 stop16h 05m

R13 475

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/9

23:10-16:15

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

22:20-20:25

1 stop21h 05m

R13 886

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 919

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Deals found on 20/7

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Best time to book a flight from Athens to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Athens with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R11 996). Flying from Athens to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R17 732). 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 23 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
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
3 632 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
4 447 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
3 747 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
1 486 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
1 009 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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, KLM, and Ethiopian Air fly from Athens to South Africa in about 22h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 15m. 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 519. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R11 996). Flying from Athens to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R17 732). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Athens to South Africa. 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 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR5 859AverageR12 128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 417AverageR13 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 767AverageR10 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 190AverageR12 196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 877AverageR14 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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