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Cheap flights from Athens to South Africa from R7 744

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — JNB
Mai 28 — Jun 41
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 28 April 2026.

Fr 14/814:30
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mo 24/89:50
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/4R12 268
So 14/613:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sa 27/69:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/4R12 301
So 14/64:10
ATH
-
JNB
3 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sa 27/620:40
JNB
-
ATH
3 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R12 565
Do 18/613:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fr 18/99:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R12 829
Mo 8/66:45
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Lufthansa
Mo 15/68:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 24/4R13 357
Mo 8/66:30
ATH
-
JNB
2 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mo 15/68:45
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R13 374
Sa 25/413:35
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop32h 50m
KLM
Fr 8/523:15
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop25h 00m
KLM
Deal found 24/4R14 728
So 21/66:00
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
KLM
Mo 6/723:15
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop36h 35m
KLM
Deal found 26/4R14 860
Sa 25/418:35
ATH
-
CPT
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fr 8/523:15
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R15 091
Do 28/56:55
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
SWISS
Do 11/622:25
CPT
-
ATH
2 stops25h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 27/4R15 388
So 21/66:00
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mo 6/723:15
CPT
-
ATH
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R15 405
Sa 25/418:35
ATH
-
CPT
2 stops27h 50m
Air France
Fr 8/523:15
CPT
-
ATH
2 stops22h 45m
Air France
Deal found 24/4R15 619

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 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 268

One-way from

R7 744

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 664
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/8-24/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 05m total
  • Athens to South Africa
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 12/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 00m total
  • Athens to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R34 899 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 603 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 28 April 2026.
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Do 18/6

6:00-21:20

1 stop16h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 18/9

18:00-23:00

1 stop28h 00m

R13 490

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mo 11/5

6:00-15:50

2 stops34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 15/5

19:50-15:40

1 stop18h 50m

R15 405

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

So 21/6

6:00-21:25

1 stop16h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mo 6/7

23:15-23:00

2 stops22h 45m

R15 405

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fr 22/5

18:05-16:15

1 stop23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 29/5

19:10-15:00

1 stop18h 50m

R15 950

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Do 28/5

17:25-21:25

1 stop29h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Do 11/6

23:15-1:15

1 stop25h 00m

R16 577

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mi 29/7

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 13/8

9:50-13:10

2 stops26h 20m

R16 742

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Do 28/5

6:35-12:40

2 stops31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Do 11/6

22:25-0:45

2 stops25h 20m

R17 139

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mi 17/6

13:55-14:35

2 stops25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mi 1/7

13:15-7:00

1 stop16h 45m

R17 551

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mo 28/9

13:55-14:35

2 stops25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fr 2/10

13:15-12:30

1 stop22h 15m

R18 575

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mo 28/9

15:35-8:20

2 stops17h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fr 2/10

17:25-14:35

2 stops20h 10m

R18 839

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Athens to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Athens to South Africa is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R8 190). Flying from Athens to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 558). 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 28 April 2026.
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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
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Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

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
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 341 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

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 Emirates, KLM, and Qatar Airways fly from Athens to South Africa in about 23h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 50m. 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 Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 545. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R8 190). Flying from Athens to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 558). 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 28 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 431AverageR9 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 808AverageR9 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 247AverageR12 247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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