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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Athens from R5 392

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Apr 20 — Apr 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or November, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 293

One-way from

R5 392

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 204
11/5-17/5
  • 11/5-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 141 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 239 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Sun 11/517:55JNB - ATH
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/518:30ATH - JNB
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R10 293
Wed 14/519:35JNB - ATH
1 stop16h 35mSWISS
Wed 21/514:00ATH - JNB
1 stop20h 20mSWISS
Deal found 14/4R10 501
Wed 4/69:50JNB - ATH
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 15/67:20ATH - JNB
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 577
Tue 6/58:20JNB - ATH
1 stop12h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/58:10ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/4R10 614
Wed 4/613:55JNB - ATH
1 stop16h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 13/612:05ATH - JNB
1 stop29h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 709
Wed 4/617:55JNB - ATH
1 stop25h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 17/63:55ATH - JNB
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4R10 993
Tue 3/618:50JNB - ATH
1 stop21h 15mAir France
Mon 16/63:25ATH - JNB
2 stops18h 55mAir France
Deal found 14/4R11 258
Mon 5/521:45JNB - ATH
1 stop13h 25mEgyptair
Tue 13/519:35ATH - JNB
1 stop12h 35mEgyptair
Deal found 14/4R11 447
Wed 14/519:00JNB - ATH
2 stops27h 40mAustrian Airlines
Wed 21/56:30ATH - JNB
2 stops27h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 14/4R11 825
Wed 16/713:25JNB - ATH
1 stop30h 00mEmirates
Wed 23/723:10ATH - JNB
1 stop22h 40mEmirates
Deal found 14/4R14 758
Wed 7/519:00JNB - ATH
2 stops27h 59mBrussels Airlines
Tue 13/515:05ATH - JNB
2 stops18h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 14/4R15 647
Sat 17/51:15JNB - ATH
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 26/513:40ATH - JNB
2 stops22h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/4R17 993

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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

17:55-17:20

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 17/5

18:30-10:35

1 stop17h 05m

R10 293

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

19:35-13:10

1 stop16h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 21/5

14:00-9:20

1 stop20h 20m

R10 501

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

9:50-6:10

1 stop19h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 15/6

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R10 577

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

8:20-21:45

1 stop12h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 13/5

8:10-20:10

1 stop13h 00m

R10 614

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

13:55-7:00

1 stop16h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/6

12:05-16:10

1 stop29h 05m

R10 709

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

17:55-20:30

1 stop25h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/6

3:55-10:35

1 stop31h 40m

R10 955

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/6

18:50-17:05

1 stop21h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 16/6

3:25-21:20

2 stops18h 55m

R11 258

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

21:45-12:10

1 stop13h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 13/5

19:35-7:10

1 stop12h 35m

R11 447

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

19:00-23:40

2 stops27h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 21/5

6:30-8:35

2 stops27h 05m

R11 825

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

13:25-20:25

1 stop30h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 23/7

23:10-20:50

1 stop22h 40m

R14 758

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Athens

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Athens. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Athens, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R544). Flying from Johannesburg 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 JNB to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 15 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Athens in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Athens. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Athens flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings 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 15 April 2025.
Aegean Airlines
8,1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8,1
Very Good
733 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8,1
Very Good
733 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 196 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8,1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
775 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8,1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Air France
7,5
Good
1 433 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8,1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 578 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8,1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Athens. 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 into for flights to Athens from Johannesburg?

    Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens. You should not have trouble finding flights to Eleftherios V. from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 14 airlines have flights to the Athens airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 19,7 km journey from Eleftherios V. (ATH) to Athens’s city centre.

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

    SWISS, at R10 501, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Athens.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air. SWISS is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R5 392 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R6 225 and Ethiopian Air from R8 230 one-way.

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

    Johannesburg to Athens flights have a stopover in Doha most of the time. Johannesburg to Athens flights stop in Addis Ababa the next most. Abu Dhabi sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Athens.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Athens that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Rome. Zurich sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg to Athens flights. Zurich is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Athens flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Athens?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Athens?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Athens (average of R544). Flying from Johannesburg 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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SWISSCheapestR8 003AverageR11 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 683AverageR12 659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 530AverageR12 172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 214AverageR13 029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR10 221AverageR12 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 289AverageR14 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 355AverageR13 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 527AverageR13 114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 072AverageR14 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 491AverageR14 839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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