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Cheap flights from Athens to South Africa from R5 503

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — JNB
May 17 — May 241
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 17 April 2026.

Wed 4/1113:10
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R10 170
Tue 6/1013:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/119:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 252
Fri 14/814:30
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/99:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4R10 285
Sun 27/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 4/109:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R10 318
Thu 18/613:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/99:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R10 858
Wed 12/87:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 26/89:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 644
Sun 7/613:35
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop32h 45m
KLM
Tue 7/723:15
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop25h 00m
KLM
Deal found 16/4R11 776
Wed 2/97:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/99:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R12 119
Fri 14/814:30
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/89:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R12 152
Tue 1/914:25
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/99:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R12 283
Sun 30/83:05
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Air Europa
Thu 17/918:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop30h 20m
Air Europa
Deal found 16/4R12 414
Wed 2/96:45
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop27h 45m
Lufthansa
Wed 9/917:55
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop26h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/4R14 592

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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 252

One-way from

R5 503

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 562
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/10-11/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Athens to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • Athens to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R32 994 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 591 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 17 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/8

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

9:50-6:15

1 stop19h 25m

R12 512
Fastest return journey

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 4/6

19:35-7:10

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

21:45-12:10

1 stop13h 25m

R14 036

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 25/5

20:00-10:30

1 stop15h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

12:40-9:10

1 stop19h 30m

R15 641

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 23/5

20:00-10:30

1 stop15h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

19:50-15:40

1 stop18h 50m

R15 641

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 4/6

16:20-9:25

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

21:15-2:25

1 stop28h 10m

R15 723

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 28/5

22:00-11:50

1 stop14h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

16:35-3:05

1 stop33h 30m

R16 116

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 28/5

10:25-11:50

1 stop26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

19:30-15:40

1 stop19h 10m

R16 591

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 30/8

22:00-11:50

1 stop14h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

16:35-20:30

1 stop26h 55m

R16 869

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 4/6

10:25-10:30

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

13:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

R16 934

AthensJohannesburg

ATH - JNB

ATHJNB

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 29/4

20:00-10:30

1 stop15h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

9:25-15:40

3 stops29h 15m

R17 033

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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

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 123). Flying from Athens to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 464). 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 17 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
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

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
3 730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

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
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

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
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

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 Etihad Airways, Egyptair, and Qatar Airways fly from Athens to South Africa in about 12h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 25m. 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 501. 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 123). Flying from Athens to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 464). 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 363AverageR9 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 737AverageR9 904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 148AverageR12 148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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