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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Athens from R5 701

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ATH
Jan 7 — Jan 141
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in November or February, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 2 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 901

One-way from

R5 701

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 539
SWISS
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  • 18/1-25/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Athens
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21/1
  • 21/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Athens
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 January 2025.

Sat 18/19:30CPT - ATH
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/113:45ATH - CPT
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1R9 901
Sat 18/19:30CPT - ATH
2 stops27h 25mSWISS
Sat 25/113:45ATH - CPT
1 stop17h 35mSWISS
Deal found 2/1R10 201
Sun 18/518:05CPT - ATH
2 stops18h 35mLufthansa
Thu 5/618:35ATH - CPT
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 2/1R10 633
Mon 19/514:35CPT - ATH
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/61:40ATH - CPT
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/1R11 420
Wed 30/413:00CPT - ATH
1 stop17h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 15/513:55ATH - CPT
1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/1R12 133
Tue 6/516:35CPT - ATH
1 stop26h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 21/522:00ATH - CPT
1 stop14h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/1R12 414
Sat 18/18:30CPT - ATH
1 stop17h 40mAir France
Fri 24/13:25ATH - CPT
2 stops42h 45mAir France
Deal found 2/1R12 883
Thu 21/818:25CPT - ATH
1 stop25h 00mEmirates
Sat 4/1023:10ATH - CPT
1 stop18h 40mEmirates
Deal found 1/1R16 315
Mon 5/518:55CPT - ATH
1 stop17h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 22/515:20ATH - CPT
2 stops22h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/1R18 059
Thu 3/423:15CPT - ATH
1 stop24h 55mKLM
Fri 11/46:00ATH - CPT
1 stop16h 25mKLM
Deal found 1/1R18 602

Find flights from Cape Town to Athens within your budget

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Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/1

9:30-0:55

1 stop15h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 25/1

13:45-7:20

1 stop17h 35m

R9 901

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/1

9:30-12:55

2 stops27h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 25/1

13:45-7:20

1 stop17h 35m

R10 201

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

18:05-13:40

2 stops18h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/6

18:35-9:30

1 stop15h 55m

R10 633

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/5

14:35-5:05

1 stop13h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/6

1:40-13:45

1 stop13h 05m

R11 420

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/4

13:00-7:00

1 stop17h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 15/5

13:55-10:50

1 stop21h 55m

R12 133

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

16:35-20:30

1 stop26h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 21/5

22:00-11:50

1 stop14h 50m

R12 414

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/1

8:30-2:10

1 stop17h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 24/1

3:25-22:10

2 stops42h 45m

R12 883

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/5

18:55-13:05

1 stop17h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 22/5

15:20-12:40

2 stops22h 20m

R18 059

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/4

23:15-1:10

1 stop24h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 11/4

6:00-21:25

1 stop16h 25m

R18 602

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/5

14:30-16:40

3 stops49h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 30/5

6:00-12:45

2 stops31h 45m

R19 015

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Athens

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Athens. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Athens is 13 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 Cape Town to Athens?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Athens (average of R544). Flying from Cape Town to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of R794). 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 CPT to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 January 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Cape Town to Athens by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Athens. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Athens flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 5.0 - 64.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. 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 Athens. Reviews last updated 2 January 2025.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 340 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1 340 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 340 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

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
7,5
Good
3 747 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 340 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1 590 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 340 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1 496 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 340 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 905 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 340 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports serve Cape Town to Athens flights?

    Cape Town only has one major airport, and that is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), situated around 20 km to the east of the city centre along the N2 freeway. The airport is either reached using the MyCITI bus rapid transit system, or via taxi or an e-haling service. Athens flight deals will always route you through CPT on your way to Athens International Airport Elefthérios Venizélos (ATH), which replaced the old Ellinikon International Airport in 2001 as the main airport to serve Greece. Athens Airport is the largest and the busiest in the country as well as the main hub of Aegan Airlines. The airport is around 35 km away from the city centre and can easily be reached via Athens Metro Line 3.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Athens?

    Unfortunately, there are no direct flights from Cape Town to Athens. However, you can find some flights on this route with just one stopover. Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and KLM are some of the airlines that offer one-stop flights to Athens from Cape Town. The stopovers are usually at those airlines' main hubs, so for example, Dubai, Doha, Istanbul and Amsterdam.

  • What are the stopover options between Cape Town and Athens?

    Even though Athens is not yet connected, Cape Town Air Access has worked very well to create some strong direct links between Cape Town and the rest of the world, so if you’re looking to fly to Athens International Airport Elefthérios Venizélos, Athens, Greece, no fewer than four airlines can get you there: Qatar Airways via Hamad International Airport in Doha (DOH), Emirates via Dubai International Airport (DXB), KLM via Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam (AMS) and Ethiopian Airlines via Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa (ADD). Other stopovers on multiple-stop flights may include OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg (JNB), Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO), Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi (NBO) and Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv (TLV). Journey times with these stopovers generally ranges from about 12h to around 30h. Generally, flights from Cape Town to Athens with two stopovers tend to be cheaper than one-stop flights. It is possible, however, to find some one-stop flights at a more budget-friendly price.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to Athens?

    As Greece is part of the European Union, South African passengers travelling to Athens will need to procure a Schengen visa for their passports, which needs to be valid for at least six months from departure date, and should have at least two blank pages where authorities can document entry/exit stamps. It's recommended to apply for a Schengen Visa at least a month in advance, as the processing time can take between two days and three weeks.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Athens round-trip?

    Currently priced at R10 201, SWISS will fly you from Cape Town to Athens and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R10 633 and R11 420, respectively. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Athens one-way?

    R6 038 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and KLM, with prices starting from R7 782 and R10 464, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Athens?

    Cape Town to Athens flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa most of the time. Cape Town to Athens flights stop in Istanbul the next most.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Istanbul?

    Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Ayasofya are currently the most popular points of interest in Istanbul at the moment. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Ayasofya are located about 33,5 km, 35,9 km, and 35,8 km, respectively from Istanbul if you are interested in checking them out.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Athens flights?

    Cape Town to Athens flights have a stopover in Dubai least often. Cape Town to Athens flights stopping in Doha are the next rarest.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Athens 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 Cape Town to Athens?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Athens (average of R544). Flying from Cape Town to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of R794). 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 8 airlines flying from Cape Town to Athens

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SWISSCheapestR7 981AverageR12 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 333AverageR13 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 234AverageR14 218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR11 767AverageR14 724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 333AverageR15 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapestR12 371AverageR14 863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 509AverageR14 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 635AverageR16 215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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