How long is the flight from Athens to South Africa?

Airlines like Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and Ethiopian Air fly from Athens to South Africa in about 17h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 05m. 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 Egyptair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 316. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Athens to South Africa for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Athens to South Africa?

The most popular airlines flying from Athens to South Africa are Emirates, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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Round-trip from	R10 231
One-way from	R6 870
Popular in	July
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Average price	R11 368

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Tue 29/9

15:20-13:00

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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 530). Flying from Athens to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R15 525). 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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Emirates

8,1

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Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

Emirates

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ATH - EWR

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

Turkish Airlines

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ATH - EWR

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

Qatar Airways

7,3

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Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

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7,3

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Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

Ethiopian Air

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Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

Related info for your journey

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 Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and Ethiopian Air fly from Athens to South Africa in about 17h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 05m. 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 Egyptair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 316. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, 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 530). Flying from Athens to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R15 525). 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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