What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens?

Travellers will need to book flights to Eleftherios V. (ATH) if they wish to fly to Athens. The Athens airport is 19,7 km from the city centre.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Athens?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Athens is January . The most expensive month for flights is June . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Can I find cheaper flights to Athens if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Athens on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Athens?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Athens.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens?

Athens Eleftherios V. is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens. One-way flights to Athens Eleftherios V. typically cost R371, while return flights cost around R1 640.

How much is a return flight to Athens?

A return flight to Athens will typically cost around R89, however they can be found for as little as R89.

Where does the fastest flight to Athens depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Athens, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 25 minutes).

Does Athens Eleftherios V. have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Athens Eleftherios V. can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Athens Eleftherios V.?

Yes. Athens Eleftherios V. has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sofitel Athens Airport is the closest property to Athens Eleftherios V. (0,0 km away from Athens Eleftherios V.).

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Popular in	June
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Average price	R10 711

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34h 35m total
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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

19:35-13:25

1 stop17h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 17/3

17:40-10:25

1 stop16h 45m

R8 886

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

20:25-10:45

2 stops38h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 19/3

14:55-10:25

2 stops19h 30m

R9 162

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

8:20-20:45

1 stop12h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 18/3

0:05-13:10

1 stop13h 05m

R9 844

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

19:35-12:40

2 stops17h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 17/3

13:25-9:30

2 stops44h 05m

R10 084

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

9:50-13:25

1 stop26h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 19/5

19:30-8:35

2 stops38h 05m

R10 194

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

13:55-12:25

1 stop21h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/6

20:00-16:10

1 stop21h 10m

R10 305

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

19:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 16/3

3:20-10:55

1 stop31h 35m

R10 545

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

23:15-1:10

1 stop24h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/6

6:00-8:30

2 stops27h 30m

R10 766

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

23:15-23:15

2 stops23h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 22/6

3:25-8:30

1 stop30h 05m

R12 075

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

19:00-21:00

1 stop25h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/6

14:30-8:35

2 stops19h 05m

R12 167

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Travel insights for flights to Athens

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Athens including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight to Athens?

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Athens. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Athens?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Athens takes 12 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Athens from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Athens?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Athens should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Athens?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Athens are Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and Emirates.

Qatar Airways

From R518

Ethiopian Air

From R551

Emirates

From R740

Etihad Airways

From R607

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Athens?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Athens are SWISS, Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines.

Rainfall in Athens by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 5.0 - 64.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 64.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

Temperature in Athens by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Austrian Airlines and SWISS to Athens. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 333 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 333 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 333 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Austrian Airlines

7,5

Good

771 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 333 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 568 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 333 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 610 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 333 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France

7,4

Good

1 449 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 333 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens?
Travellers will need to book flights to Eleftherios V. (ATH) if they wish to fly to Athens. The Athens airport is 19,7 km from the city centre.
Can I find cheaper flights to Athens if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Athens on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Athens?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Athens.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens?
Athens Eleftherios V. is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens. One-way flights to Athens Eleftherios V. typically cost R371, while return flights cost around R1 640.
How much is a return flight to Athens?
A return flight to Athens will typically cost around R89, however they can be found for as little as R89.
Where does the fastest flight to Athens depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Athens, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 25 minutes).
Does Athens Eleftherios V. have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Athens Eleftherios V. can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Athens Eleftherios V.?
Yes. Athens Eleftherios V. has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sofitel Athens Airport is the closest property to Athens Eleftherios V. (0,0 km away from Athens Eleftherios V.).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

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