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Cheapest round-trip
$537
Typical prices: $601-$772
Etihad Airways
Sun 11/25Fri 11/30
JNB - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$334
Typical prices: $325-$546
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/10
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 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg $634 (round-trip)
Cairo (CAI)
Shortest trip • 14h 09m (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

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
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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1:10 pm - 8:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$537Etihad Airways
Sun, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 13
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9:50 am - 5:25 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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6:40 am - 8:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$541Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Nov 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 2:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:20 pm - 3:55 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$543Ethiopian Air
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Nov 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 pm - 2:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:20 pm - 3:55 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$563Ethiopian Air
Tue, Oct 20 - Sun, Oct 25
Qatar Airways Logo
2:05 pm - 7:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:55 pm - 3:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$648Qatar Airways
Sun, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 3:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Brussels Bruxelles-National
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6:40 am - 9:55 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$663Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 9
KLM Logo
6:50 pm - 4:30 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:30 pm - 10:00 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$676KLM
Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Nov 2
Qatar Airways Logo
3:05 pm - 12:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
44h 20m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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1:20 pm - 3:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$758Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 17
Emirates Logo
10:05 am - 3:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
27h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:10 pm - 8:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
$800Emirates
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 17
Emirates Logo
1:30 pm - 3:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
11:10 pm - 8:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
$800Emirates
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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 with more confidence.

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 $601 to $772. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $537, on Etihad Airways.

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 $582 round-trip.
•December ($725) and September ($712) 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 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 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

$334
Beat the crowds with an average 64% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% 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?

    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 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 $601 to $772, with an average of $666 over the past 12 months. Anything below $601 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 8% above the $666 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 $430.

  • 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:

    • Centauro
    • Record go
    • 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) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 9% 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 10% 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 $705, a difference of $68.

    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 14h 09m, compared with 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.

  • 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 $68 less than Saturday fares (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 $582 round-trip in that month - typically $143 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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