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Cheapest round-trip
$711
Typical prices: $699-$881
Emirates
Fri 3/16Sun 4/8
CPT - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$644
Typical prices: $368-$604
SWISS
Sun 12/16
CPT - ATH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg $651 (round-trip)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 15h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Athens (CPT-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Athens

Tue, Mar 16 - Thu, Apr 8
Emirates Logo
1:40 pm - 2:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:05 pm - 4:40 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
$711Emirates
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
KLM Logo
8:30 am - 4:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
32h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
5:30 pm - 10:40 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$722KLM
Sun, Apr 18 - Thu, Apr 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 8:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 11:20 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$740Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 1:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 5:20 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
$745Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 1:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 5:20 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
$748Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 4 - Sat, Apr 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 3:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
33h 30m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:55 am - 11:50 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$751Turkish Airlines
Sun, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 11
Emirates Logo
1:15 pm - 3:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:05 pm - 11:30 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
$810Emirates
Sun, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 11
Emirates Logo
1:15 pm - 3:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:05 pm - 11:30 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
$811Emirates
Sun, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 30
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 pm - 11:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 pm - 5:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$3,889Qatar Airways
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 30
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 pm - 11:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 pm - 5:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$3,889Qatar Airways
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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 with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Athens?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Athens typically range from $699 to $881. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $711, on Emirates.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Athens. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Athens?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Athens at $656 round-trip.
•December ($863) and July ($814) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 13% 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

$644
Beat the crowds with an average 78% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 107% increase in travelers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Athens:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Athens range from $699 to $881, with an average of $755 over the past 12 months. Anything below $699 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the $755 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Athens 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 $711 to $5,527. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $658, which is 46% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • 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 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) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Cape Town to Athens. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $735 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $768, a difference of $33.

    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 Cape Town to Athens?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 58m, compared with 16h 29m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 17h 04m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

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

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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $735, about $33 less than Friday fares (4% 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 13% 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 $656 round-trip in that month - typically $207 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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