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Cheapest round-trip
$773
Typical prices: $843-$1,107
Ethiopian Air
Sat 2/24Thu 3/1
ATH - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$454
Typical prices: $543-$791
Ethiopian Air
Mon 12/3
ATH - CPT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Athens and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 8% price drop
January
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Top layover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg $767 (round-trip)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 16h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Athens to Cape Town (ATH-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Athens to Cape Town

Wed, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 1
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2:20 pm - 1:00 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 1:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$773Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:10 am - 10:40 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:30 am - 1:20 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
17h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$797KLM
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:10 am - 10:40 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:30 am - 1:20 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
17h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$798KLM
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:10 am - 10:40 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 am - 1:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$800Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 pm - 1:30 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 1:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$816Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:10 am - 6:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:30 am - 12:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$828KLM
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:10 am - 6:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
7:30 am - 12:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$829KLM
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:10 am - 6:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 1:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$831Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:20 pm - 1:00 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 1:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$832Ethiopian Air
Sat, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 31
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6:10 am - 6:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
7:30 am - 1:20 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
17h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$838KLM
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Price, demand and travel trends for Athens to Cape Town 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 round-trip flight from Athens to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Athens to Cape Town typically range from $843 to $1,107. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $773, on Ethiopian Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Cape Town. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 85% higher.

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Key details for Athens to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$454
Beat the crowds with an average 82% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 134% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Athens to Cape Town

When to book flights from Athens to Cape Town

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

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Athens to Cape Town.

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

    A nonstop flight from Athens to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 4,977 miles.

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

    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 Athens to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Athens to Cape Town range from $843 to $1,107, with an average of $914 over the past 12 months. Anything below $843 counts as a good deal.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $773 to $4,667. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Athens to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $596, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • Istanbul (IST) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Athens to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $841 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,695, a difference of $854.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 02m, compared with 16h 11m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 43m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Athens to Cape Town 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 $841, about $854 less than Wednesday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Athens to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average $845 round-trip in that month - typically $325 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

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