Cheap flights from Athens to South Africa from R7 743

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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — JNB
Oct 15 — Oct 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 914

One-way from

R7 743

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R14 706
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/11-19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 55m total
  • Athens to South Africa
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 10m total
  • Athens to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (R41 628 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 048 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 15 September 2025.

Thu 6/1114:35ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 19/1123:00JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R9 914
Mon 27/1014:35ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/1123:00JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R9 966
Tue 7/100:20ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/1123:00JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/9R10 539
Sat 8/1119:50ATH - CPT
1 stop38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1212:30CPT - ATH
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R10 764
Thu 2/100:20ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/1123:00JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/9R11 042
Sat 20/90:20ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 8/1014:30JNB - ATH
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/9R11 164
Wed 29/108:05ATH - JNB
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1119:05JNB - ATH
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R11 233
Tue 7/100:20ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/1123:00JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/9R11 355
Thu 2/100:20ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/1123:00JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/9R11 407
Mon 27/1013:30ATH - JNB
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1119:05JNB - ATH
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R11 442
Mon 27/1015:55ATH - CPT
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1112:30CPT - ATH
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R11 771
Sat 8/1119:50ATH - CPT
1 stop38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/128:45CPT - ATH
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R11 841

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AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/3

19:00-18:40

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

20:10-18:00

1 stop21h 50m

R10 886

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 27/10

13:30-10:50

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

19:05-20:50

1 stop25h 45m

R11 442

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 6/11

19:00-15:35

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/11

3:10-11:10

2 stops32h 00m

R12 032

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/3

13:20-18:40

2 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

20:20-18:00

1 stop21h 40m

R12 049

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/3

14:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

14:30-13:35

1 stop23h 05m

R12 119

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 4/10

0:20-13:05

1 stop13h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

14:30-5:00

1 stop13h 30m

R12 310

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/10

0:45-21:30

1 stop21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/10

23:45-11:05

1 stop34h 20m

R12 466

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 7/10

0:20-13:05

1 stop13h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

14:30-13:35

1 stop23h 05m

R12 640

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 23/11

6:05-5:50

2 stops23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/12

23:45-1:05

1 stop25h 20m

R13 074

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 27/10

17:20-22:05

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

23:59-1:05

1 stop25h 06m

R13 178

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Athens to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ATH to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Athens to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

When flying from Athens to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 15 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air 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.

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

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 Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and SWISS fly from Athens to South Africa in about 13h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 20m. There are 7133 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 Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 796. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Athens to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 3 airlines flying from Athens to South Africa

Discover the top 3 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 15 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 866AverageR13 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 026AverageR10 953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 764AverageR13 961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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