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Cheapest round-trip
$561
Typical prices: $595-$769
Ethiopian Air
Thu 11/29Mon 12/3
JNB - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$371
Typical prices: $324-$540
Etihad Airways
Wed 1/17
JNB - ATH • 1 stop
Nonstop 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 travelers 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 layover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg $619 (round-trip)
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 round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Athens

Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 pm - 1:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:20 pm - 8:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$561Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 am - 2:55 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 10:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$566Turkish Airlines
Fri, Mar 12 - Fri, Mar 19
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 5:25 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:05 pm - 8:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$595Etihad Airways
Sat, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 19
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 11:25 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
1:05 pm - 8:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$595Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 pm - 1:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 pm - 3:55 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$608Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
KLM Logo
11:59 pm - 1:20 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 21m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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1:35 pm - 11:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
$666KLM
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 5
Qatar Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 11:10 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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7:00 pm - 3:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$668Qatar Airways
Sun, Mar 28 - Thu, Apr 1
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2:55 pm - 7:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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1:55 pm - 4:00 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$675Qatar Airways
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 28
Emirates Logo
6:50 pm - 3:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
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6:00 pm - 8:30 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
$833Emirates
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 28
Emirates Logo
1:25 pm - 3:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:00 pm - 5:35 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
$833Emirates
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Price, demand and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens typically range from $595 to $769. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $561, 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’s 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 $584 round-trip.
•December ($737) and July ($705) 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

$371
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg 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.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens takes 00m, covering 4,432 miles.

  • 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?

    Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens range from $595 to $769, with an average of $665 over the past 12 months. Anything below $595 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 $665 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $452, which is 10% 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 starting from around $2 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 $637 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $699, a difference of $62.

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Athens?

    Flying via Cairo (CAI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 45m, compared with 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?

    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 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 $637, about $62 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 $584 round-trip in that month - typically $153 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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