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Cheapest return flight
R13 774
Typical prices: R10 985-R13 389
Emirates
Fri 23/11Tue 27/11
DUR - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R18 864
Typical prices: R6 612-R8 626
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/3
DUR - ATH • 2 stops
When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R9 815 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 16h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Durban to Athens (DUR-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Durban to Athens

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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19:05 - 15:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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18:00 - 17:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
23h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 774Emirates
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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19:05 - 15:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:00 - 17:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
23h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 790Emirates
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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19:05 - 15:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:00 - 17:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
23h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 807Emirates
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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19:05 - 15:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:00 - 17:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
23h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 857Emirates
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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17:00 - 11:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
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13:20 - 10:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
21h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
R15 088Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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17:00 - 11:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
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13:20 - 16:20ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
27h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 720Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
Qatar Airways Logo
17:00 - 11:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:20 - 16:20ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
27h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 737Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 15:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 10:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
16h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 798Multiple Airlines
10 hours ago
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:15 - 15:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
41h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 10:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
16h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R19 829Multiple Airlines
19 hours ago
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
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14:15 - 16:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 - 13:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
26h 30m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
R19 962Multiple Airlines
19 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Durban 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 Durban to Athens?

Return flights from Durban to Athens typically range from R10 985 to R13 389. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 774 on Emirates.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Athens. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Athens?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Athens at R9 399 return.
•January (R17 849) and December (R14 439) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Durban to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Durban to Athens are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Durban to Athens flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

R13 774
Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 102% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Durban to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Durban 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 Durban 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 Durban to Athens?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Durban to Athens:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Durban to Athens?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Durban to Athens. Flights with 1 stopover take between 16h 39m and 20h 12m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Durban 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 Durban to Athens flight?

    Return flights from Durban to Athens range from R10 985 to R13 389, with an average of R11 963 over the past 12 months. Anything below R10 985 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Durban to Athens flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the R11 963 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Durban to Athens changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R13 774 to R26 749. That means the highest observed fare was about 94% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Durban to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R27 208, which is 239% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Durban to Athens usually depart from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 96% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Durban to Athens. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R11 262 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R12 726, a difference of R1 464.

    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 Durban to Athens?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 39m, compared to 19h 19m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 20h 12m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • 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 Durban 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R11 262, which is about R1 464 less than Wednesday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Durban to Athens trip for February. Fares historically average R9 399 return in that month – typically R8 451 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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