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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

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:20 - 14:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 955Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:20 - 14:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 971Ethiopian Air
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 7:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:20 - 10:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 451Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 11:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:00 - 17:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 515Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 20:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
17:05 - 18:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 443Emirates
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 12:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 18:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 667Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
0:10 - 21:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 00m2 stops London Gatwick Milan Malpensa
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:20 - 13:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 859Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 20:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:05 - 16:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R12 035Emirates
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 8:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:05 - 23:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R12 131Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 8:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:05 - 23:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R12 211Turkish Airlines
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 from Cape Town to Athens with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Athens start at R9 955. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R11 293 to R14 368. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 955 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Athens and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 611 return.
  • July (R13 283) and December (R13 219) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Athens are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% 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

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Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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

  • 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) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 5% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Cape Town to Athens route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 7%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R11 987 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R12 755 – a R768 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Syntagma Square and Monastiraki. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 21% above the route average of R12 249. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Athens takes 0h 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 are flight prices from Cape Town to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R6 731, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 53m, compared to 16h 29m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 17h 11m 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.

  • 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 R36 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Centauro
    · Record go
    · Europcar
    · SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    · Alamo

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Athens range from R11 293 to R14 368, with an average of R12 249 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 293 counts as a good deal.

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 Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R11 987 – about R768 less than Friday (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% 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 611 return in that month – typically R2 673 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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