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Cheapest return flight
R9 012
Typical prices: R9 891-R12 784
Ethiopian Air
Sun 25/11Sat 27/1
JNB - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 554
Typical prices: R5 394-R8 981
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/10
JNB - ATH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 12% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R10 289 (return)
Cairo (CAI)
Shortest trip • 13h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Athens (JNB-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Athens

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Jan 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:20 - 13:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 012Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:20 - 20:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 029Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 10
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 5:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
6:40 - 8:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R9 428Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 10
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 5:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
6:40 - 8:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R9 444Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 14:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:50 - 22:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R9 478Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 21:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
15:45 - 22:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R9 494Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 13
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 11:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:55 - 3:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 459Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:50 - 17:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:25 - 22:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R10 558Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Mar 26 - Sun, Apr 4
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 18:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:00 - 9:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 691Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:40 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 50m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 11:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R11 074Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens typically range from R9 891 to R12 784. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 012 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens at R9 710 return.
•December (R12 254) and July (R11 722) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 26% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 10% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R5 554
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens takes 00m, covering 11 480 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens range from R9 891 to R12 784, with an average of R11 062 over the past 12 months. Anything below R9 891 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the R11 062 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R7 062.

  • 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 R38 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R10 592 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R11 622, a difference of R1 031.

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    Flying via Cairo (CAI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 45m, compared to 14h 26m via Istanbul (IST) and 15h 05m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Athens?

    Athens is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R10 592, about R1 031 less than Saturday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 10% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens trip for February. Fares historically average R9 710 return in that month – typically R2 544 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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