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Cheap flights from South Africa to Greece from R4 970

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
May 26 — Jun 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Greece

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Greece
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Greece. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 April 2026.

Mon 11/512:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 18/511:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R9 429
Thu 14/519:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/512:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R9 462
Tue 9/612:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/613:55
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R9 478
Fri 10/79:50
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/77:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4R9 495
Fri 5/619:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/612:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R9 511
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/614:25
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/4R9 528
Tue 11/812:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 18/812:05
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R9 544
Fri 29/512:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/620:00
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R9 594
Fri 31/79:50
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 15/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/4R9 610
Wed 29/412:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/520:00
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R9 627
Thu 25/620:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/712:05
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R9 643
Sun 14/612:00
DUR
-
ATH
2 stops26h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/612:05
ATH
-
DUR
2 stops23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R10 188

Find flight deals from South Africa to Greece

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Greece flight deals. Data was last updated 26 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 462

One-way from

R4 970

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 882
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/5-21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 10m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 30m total
  • South Africa to Greece
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 009 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 South Africa to Greece 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 26 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Greece that are best for you.

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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

9:50-13:05

2 stops26h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 25/6

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R9 676

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

9:50-13:05

2 stops26h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 23/6

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R10 172

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 7/8

12:05-12:25

2 stops23h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 23/8

12:05-10:35

2 stops23h 30m

R10 353

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

20:55-18:30

1 stop20h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 23/6

13:55-4:00

1 stop15h 05m

R10 799

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

12:40-9:10

1 stop19h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 16/6

13:55-9:00

1 stop20h 05m

R10 816

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

13:30-20:25

2 stops29h 55m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Thu 18/6

9:35-9:40

2 stops25h 05m

R11 096

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

17:50-3:05

1 stop32h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R11 096

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 19/6

12:05-7:00

2 stops17h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 23/6

12:05-10:35

2 stops23h 30m

R11 476

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

19:30-15:40

1 stop19h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 18/6

12:05-10:15

1 stop23h 10m

R11 889

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

19:30-15:40

1 stop19h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 12/5

12:40-13:10

1 stop25h 30m

R11 922

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Greece

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

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

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Greece. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R7 431). Flying from South Africa to Greece in December is currently the most expensive (average of R23 794). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Greece

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Greece. 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 Greece. Reviews last updated 26 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Greece have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 330 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 433 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Greece. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Greece?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Greece can take about 23h 20m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 353. South Africa and Greece are separated by a distance of 7541 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Greece one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Greece are Qatar Airways (R4 518), Etihad Airways (R5 251), and Emirates (R5 368).

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Greece flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Greece?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Greece.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Greece?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Greece 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 South Africa to Greece?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Greece (average of R7 431). Flying from South Africa to Greece in December is currently the most expensive (average of R23 794). 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 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Greece

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Greece. 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 26 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR7 240AverageR16 790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR8 584AverageR11 647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 722AverageR14 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 847AverageR12 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR8 940AverageR11 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 079AverageR11 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 205AverageR12 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 282AverageR14 114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 628AverageR12 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 783AverageR15 843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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