CPT - ATH

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Cheapest return flight
R10 241
Typical prices: R11 545-R14 508
Turkish Airlines
Wed 31/10Thu 15/11
CPT - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R4 923
Typical prices: R5 921-R9 810
Multiple Airlines
Fri 30/11
CPT - ATH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 12% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R10 824 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 15h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Athens (CPT-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Athens

Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 8:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:05 - 23:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R10 241Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 8
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0:55 - 14:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 00m1 stop Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 - 23:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R10 257Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
13h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:50 - 23:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R10 340Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Mar 14 - Tue, Mar 23
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:20 - 10:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 212Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 15:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:00 - 16:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 574Emirates
3+ days ago
Sun, Feb 21 - Sun, Feb 28
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 15:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:00 - 18:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 591Emirates
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 11:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:20 - 17:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 706Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Sun, Jan 31 - Mon, Mar 1
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9:20 - 0:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 20m1 stop Zurich
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13:55 - 7:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 184SWISS
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6
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8:30 - 13:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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17:25 - 9:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 348Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 30
SWISS Logo
9:20 - 0:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 20m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
17:40 - 14:35ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 645SWISS
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Athens flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Athens?

Return flights from Cape Town to Athens typically range from R11 545 to R14 508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 241 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Athens?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Athens. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Athens at R10 916 return.
•December (R14 209) and July (R13 468) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Athens are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Athens flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

R4 923
Beat the crowds with an average 77% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 105% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Athens

When to book flights from Cape Town to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Athens?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Athens:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Athens?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Athens takes 00m, covering 12 890 km.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Athens flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Athens range from R11 545 to R14 508, with an average of R12 464 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 545 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Athens flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the R12 464 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Athens changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R10 241 to R57 570. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 174, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R37 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Centauro
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Athens?

    Flights from Cape Town to Athens usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Athens pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Athens?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 4% on flights from Cape Town to Athens. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R12 217 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R12 645, a difference of R428.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Athens?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 54m, compared to 16h 29m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 17h 09m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Athens?

    Athens is 1 hour ahead of Cape Town (Eastern European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Syntagma Square is one of the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average R12 217, about R428 less than Wednesday fares (3% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Athens trip for February. Fares historically average R10 916 return in that month – typically R3 293 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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