Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Athens?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 69% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Athens?

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 30m.

Which airlines fly to Athens?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Athens from Cape Town according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Athens. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Athens on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Athens?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of R11 921.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Athens?

Flights connecting via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 25m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

As of August 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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13:15 - 15:00CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

24h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

23:10 - 11:30ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R10 773Emirates

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

23:15 - 1:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

25h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:00 - 21:25ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 048KLM

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

13:15 - 12:25CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

22h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:55 - 17:30ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R11 096Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

17:20 - 12:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

18h 55m1 stop Istanbul

10:10 - 12:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R11 096Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

13:15 - 20:25CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

30h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

23:10 - 18:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

R11 145Emirates

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

23:00 - 12:50CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

36h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

18:35 - 21:25ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 50m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 209Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 23

7:40 - 1:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

16h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:00 - 5:50ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 322KLM

Mon, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 11

14:00 - 13:40CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

22h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle

13:40 - 5:50ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 500Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 11

14:00 - 8:40CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

18h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

13:05 - 12:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R12 243Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

13:15 - 12:25CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

22h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:55 - 17:30ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 308Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 13

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49h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

23:10 - 11:30ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R14 698Emirates

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

18:25 - 6:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

34h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:50 - 12:40ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 908Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23

8:00 - 15:00CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

30h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

23:10 - 16:40ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

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R14 908Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23

16:35 - 3:10CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

33h 35m1 stop Istanbul

4:00 - 11:50ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

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R15 376Turkish Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23

18:25 - 20:25CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

23:10 - 16:40ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

R15 473Emirates

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

18:25 - 13:05CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

41h 40m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Thera Santorini

13:50 - 17:20ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 942Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23

5:45 - 6:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

23h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

7:20 - 13:00ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

54h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R16 669Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

5:45 - 23:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

40h 30m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Milan Malpensa

7:20 - 13:00ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

54h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R18 623Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

5:45 - 23:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

40h 30m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Milan Malpensa

23:55 - 10:15ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 20m3 stops Edinburgh Turnhouse Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

R21 659Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

14:25 - 18:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

27h 05m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl London Gatwick

7:05 - 13:35ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 30m3 stops London Heathrow Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

R24 276Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23

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Sept 3

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

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ATH1:15Athens Eleftherios V.

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ATH6:00Athens Eleftherios V.

16h 25m

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R11 048

KLM

Sept 28

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

16h 35m

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ATH1:15Athens Eleftherios V.

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24h 50m

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CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

R11 322

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Sept 23

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

16h 15m

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ATH16:30Athens Eleftherios V.

Oct 5

ATH17:25Athens Eleftherios V.

29h 45m

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CPT22:10Cape Town Intl

R11 710

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Dec 14

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

18h 55m

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ATH12:15Athens Eleftherios V.

Dec 21

ATH21:50Athens Eleftherios V.

25h 10m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

R12 388

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Sept 6

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

33h 35m

1 stop

ATH3:10Athens Eleftherios V.

Nov 6

ATH13:05Athens Eleftherios V.

33h 55m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

R12 792

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Oct 14

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

17h 55m

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ATH8:55Athens Eleftherios V.

Oct 19

ATH4:00Athens Eleftherios V.

32h 50m

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CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

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1 stop28h 35m

R11 096

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17:20-12:15

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R11 096

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CPT Cape Town Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

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13:15-20:25

1 stop30h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 5/9

23:10-18:05

1 stop19h 55m

R11 145

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CPT Cape Town Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

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Mon 7/9

23:00-12:50

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Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 23/9

18:35-21:25

2 stops27h 50m

R11 209

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CPT Cape Town Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

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R11 322

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Tue 29/9

14:00-13:40

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Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 11/10

13:40-5:50

1 stop17h 10m

R11 500

Cape TownAthens

CPT Cape Town Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/11

14:00-8:40

2 stops18h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/11

13:05-12:05

1 stop23h 00m

R12 243

Cape TownAthens

CPT Cape Town Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

13:15-12:25

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 13/10

13:55-17:30

1 stop28h 35m

R12 308

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Athens?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R11 726 to R14 456.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R10 773.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Athens?

The cheapest month to fly to Athens from Cape Town is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R10 806, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Athens in February, then you should wait until November to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 129.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Athens?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Athens from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Athens for around R12 065 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Athens from Cape Town for as low as R11 726 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Athens flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Cape Town to Athens flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	18h 55m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Athens takes 18h 55m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to Athens

How far is Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. by plane?
There are 8009,1 km between Cape Town Intl and Athens Eleftherios V.. By plane, this route typically takes 18h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Athens?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Athens, the leading airline is Qatar Airways, making up 30% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Emirates with 27%, Turkish Airlines with 23%, and Ethiopian Air with 8%.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R8 328	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 2 035 reviews	Search SWISS flights
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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 751	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 025 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 041	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 557 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 115	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 742 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R10 863	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 654 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 223	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 482 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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