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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens from R5 323

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATH
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or November, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 614

One-way from

R5 323

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 774
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 4/2-20/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Athens
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High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Tue 4/223:55JNB - ATH
1 stop24h 40mSWISS
Thu 20/210:40ATH - JNB
2 stops23h 45mSWISS
Deal found 16/1R8 614
Sun 9/310:10JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/313:45ATH - JNB
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R9 291
Sun 18/519:00JNB - ATH
1 stop25h 10mLufthansa
Mon 26/56:00ATH - JNB
2 stops27h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1R9 573
Wed 5/214:35JNB - ATH
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/20:05ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/1R9 931
Sun 18/519:00JNB - ATH
2 stops18h 50mBrussels Airlines
Mon 26/515:40ATH - JNB
2 stops17h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 16/1R10 175
Tue 4/219:40JNB - ATH
1 stop18h 05mAir France
Wed 19/23:25ATH - JNB
1 stop30h 00mAir France
Deal found 16/1R10 194
Wed 14/520:15JNB - ATH
1 stop20h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 18/519:40ATH - JNB
1 stop22h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R10 382
Wed 5/219:35JNB - ATH
2 stops17h 05mAustrian Airlines
Wed 12/213:25ATH - JNB
2 stops20h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 16/1R10 796
Sun 27/49:55JNB - ATH
1 stop26h 30mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/57:25ATH - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/1R11 040
Sun 4/517:55JNB - ATH
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 10/53:55ATH - JNB
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/1R11 228
Fri 30/521:45JNB - ATH
1 stop19h 50mEgyptair
Sun 28/1219:40ATH - JNB
1 stop11h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 16/1R11 586
Fri 16/523:15JNB - ATH
1 stop24h 55mKLM
Tue 16/96:00ATH - JNB
2 stops27h 10mKLM
Deal found 16/1R13 128

Find flights from OR Tambo to Athens within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Athens 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 January 2025.

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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

23:55-0:35

1 stop24h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 20/2

10:40-10:25

2 stops23h 45m

R8 614

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/3

10:10-0:55

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 19/3

13:45-10:25

1 stop20h 40m

R9 291

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

19:00-21:10

1 stop25h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 26/5

6:00-8:35

2 stops27h 35m

R9 573

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/2

14:35-3:40

1 stop13h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/2

0:05-13:10

1 stop13h 05m

R9 931

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

19:00-14:50

2 stops18h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 26/5

15:40-8:35

2 stops17h 55m

R10 175

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

19:40-13:45

1 stop18h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 19/2

3:25-9:25

1 stop30h 00m

R10 194

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

20:15-18:10

1 stop20h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 18/5

19:40-17:00

1 stop22h 20m

R10 382

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/2

19:35-12:40

2 stops17h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/2

13:25-9:30

2 stops20h 05m

R10 796

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/4

9:55-13:25

1 stop26h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 4/5

7:25-8:35

1 stop26h 10m

R11 040

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

17:55-3:05

1 stop32h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 10/5

3:55-10:35

1 stop31h 40m

R11 228

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Athens

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Athens

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Athens. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens, you should look to book at least 73 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 OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens (average of R544). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo 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 17 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 17 January 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 339 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
786 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 598 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Most people fly into Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) if they book a flight to Athens from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Eleftherios V. has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 14 airlines. Athens Eleftherios V. is conveniently located just 19,7 km from Athens’s city centre.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens is SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R8 614 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air, starting at R9 573 and R9 931 round-trip. SWISS is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 323. Users have also found prices from R6 263 and R8 031 on Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Addis Ababa sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights. Dubai comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are located about 10,5 km, 6,8 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about R1 501 per day.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights have a stopover in Rome least often. Frankfurt am Main follows Rome in terms of the least common stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights. Zurich comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Athens?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens (average of R544). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Athens. 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 January 2025.
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SWISSCheapestR8 110AverageR12 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 641AverageR12 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 634AverageR11 906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 685AverageR12 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 227AverageR12 977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 431AverageR13 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 488AverageR13 258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 288AverageR13 425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 395AverageR13 229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 410AverageR14 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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