How long is the flight from Athens to South Africa?

Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and SWISS fly from Athens to South Africa in about 22h 35m. 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.

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 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?

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?

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Wed 15/410:35ATH - CPT

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3 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines

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Sun 1/29:30ATH - CPT

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Deal found 7/11R8 356

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1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 6/11R8 443

Cheap flight deals from Athens to South Africa

Round-trip from	R8 599
One-way from	R6 848
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	June
Average price	R10 020

British Airways
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2 total stops
47h 25m total
Athens to South Africa

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23h 25m total
Athens to South Africa

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AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 7/12

10:10-10:50

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

19:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

R10 003

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 6/1

14:30-13:05

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

23:00-13:35

1 stop14h 35m

R10 350

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 5/1

14:30-13:05

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

8:20-13:35

1 stop29h 15m

R10 350

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/12

14:30-20:10

1 stop29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

23:00-13:35

1 stop14h 35m

R10 402

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 14/2

21:40-10:50

1 stop13h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

19:10-8:50

1 stop13h 40m

R10 801

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 5/1

14:30-13:05

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

23:00-13:35

1 stop14h 35m

R10 853

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 6/1

14:30-13:05

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

14:30-13:35

1 stop23h 05m

R10 853

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 14/2

14:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

23:00-13:35

1 stop14h 35m

R10 870

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 7/12

6:05-12:10

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

23:59-1:15

1 stop25h 16m

R11 563

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 1/12

21:05-6:45

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/12

8:45-8:35

2 stops47h 50m

R11 962

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R8 096). Flying from Athens to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 927). 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?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Athens to South Africa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 035 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Oct 2024

ATH - IST

Check-in line took us 1 and half hour. Why not offer online check-in like most airlines do?

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 035 reviews

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 035 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Oct 2024

ATH - IST

Check-in line took us 1 and half hour. Why not offer online check-in like most airlines do?

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

893 reviews

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 035 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Oct 2024

ATH - IST

Check-in line took us 1 and half hour. Why not offer online check-in like most airlines do?

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 Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and SWISS fly from Athens to South Africa in about 22h 35m. 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.
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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to South Africa (average of R8 096). Flying from Athens to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 927). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR8 853	AverageR11 890	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR9 076	AverageR11 346	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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