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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

Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:50 - 14:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:20 - 3:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R8 594Ethiopian Air
Fri, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:50 - 14:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:20 - 3:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R8 674Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 12:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:20 - 8:20ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R8 802Etihad Airways
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 12:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
7:20 - 8:20ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R8 850Etihad Airways
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 19
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 12:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:05 - 9:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 403Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 19
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 7:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:05 - 9:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 643Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:15 - 22:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:30 - 22:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R10 675Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:15 - 22:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:30 - 22:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R10 739Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
Lufthansa Logo
19:55 - 12:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
19:15 - 9:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R11 059Lufthansa
Fri, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 13
Lufthansa Logo
19:55 - 12:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
14:30 - 9:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R11 539Lufthansa
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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 from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens 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 start at R8 594. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R9 623 to R12 358. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R8 594 on Ethiopian Air.

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

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

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 314 return.
  • December (R11 603) and September (R11 395) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 24% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 15% 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

R4 225
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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.

  • 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) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 9% 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R10 195 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R11 283, a difference of R1 088. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 8% above the route average of R10 663. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens takes 0h 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 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 R6 608.

  • 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 14h 09m, compared to 14h 23m via Istanbul (IST) and 14h 24m 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.

  • 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens range from R9 623 to R12 358, with an average of R10 663 over the past 12 months. Anything below R9 623 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R10 195 – about R1 088 less than Saturday (10% 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 15% 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 314 return in that month – typically R2 289 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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