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.

Which airlines fly to Athens?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Emirates 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 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Athens. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Athens on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 40% 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?

Munich (MUC) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 53m.

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

Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers 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 R12 787.

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 March 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.

R5 570 Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Athens in 2026

Q: 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 R9 994 to R14 482. The lowest price recently found on this route was R8 896.

1 adult

0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Athens

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

9:10 - 0:55

CPT

ATH

14h 45m

1 stop

6:55 - 20:55

ATH

CPT

15h 00m

1 stop

R8 896SWISS

Fri, Apr 24 - Thu, May 7

9:25 - 0:35

CPT

ATH

15h 10m

1 stop

16:35 - 7:25

ATH

CPT

15h 50m

1 stop

R9 024SWISS

Fri, Mar 13 - Thu, Apr 16

20:10 - 12:55

CPT

ATH

16h 45m

1 stop

17:25 - 11:00

ATH

CPT

17h 35m

1 stop

R9 326Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 23

9:25 - 0:35

CPT

ATH

15h 10m

1 stop

14:05 - 6:15

ATH

CPT

17h 10m

1 stop

R9 453SWISS

Fri, Mar 20 - Sat, Apr 4

15:20 - 1:40

CPT

ATH

34h 20m

2 stops

17:25 - 11:00

ATH

CPT

17h 35m

1 stop

R9 676Lufthansa

Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 23

9:10 - 0:55

CPT

ATH

14h 45m

1 stop

16:35 - 13:25

ATH

CPT

21h 50m

2 stops

R9 772SWISS

Fri, Apr 24 - Thu, May 7

9:25 - 0:35

CPT

ATH

15h 10m

1 stop

12:00 - 7:25

ATH

CPT

20h 25m

2 stops

R9 835SWISS

Fri, Mar 13 - Thu, Apr 16

9:25 - 0:35

CPT

ATH

15h 10m

1 stop

13:20 - 6:15

ATH

CPT

17h 55m

2 stops

R9 867SWISS

Fri, Mar 20 - Sat, Apr 4

9:25 - 0:35

CPT

ATH

15h 10m

1 stop

13:20 - 6:15

ATH

CPT

17h 55m

2 stops

R9 931SWISS

Fri, Mar 20 - Sat, Apr 4

9:25 - 0:35

CPT

ATH

15h 10m

1 stop

6:55 - 13:25

ATH

CPT

31h 30m

2 stops

R9 994SWISS

Fri, Mar 13 - Wed, Apr 15

Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to Athens

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Cape Town to Athens flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Mar 9

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

ATH13:35Athens Eleftherios V.

Mar 16

ATH14:30Athens Eleftherios V.

17h 50m

2 stops

CPT8:20Cape Town Intl

R10 424

Ethiopian Air

Apr 13

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

ATH14:35Athens Eleftherios V.

Apr 20

ATH15:35Athens Eleftherios V.

22h 25m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

R10 488

Ethiopian Air

Apr 13

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

ATH14:35Athens Eleftherios V.

Apr 20

ATH15:35Athens Eleftherios V.

17h 45m

2 stops

CPT8:20Cape Town Intl

R10 583

SWISS flights from Cape Town to Athens

Our best SWISS deals on Cape Town to Athens flight tickets

SWISS

Apr 24

CPT9:10Cape Town Intl

14h 45m

1 stop

ATH0:55Athens Eleftherios V.

May 7

ATH6:55Athens Eleftherios V.

15h 00m

1 stop

CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

R8 896

SWISS

Mar 13

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

ATH0:35Athens Eleftherios V.

Apr 16

ATH16:35Athens Eleftherios V.

15h 50m

1 stop

CPT7:25Cape Town Intl

R9 024

SWISS

Mar 20

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

ATH0:35Athens Eleftherios V.

Apr 4

ATH14:05Athens Eleftherios V.

17h 10m

1 stop

CPT6:15Cape Town Intl

R9 453

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

9:10-0:55

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 7/5

6:55-20:55

1 stop15h 00m

R8 896

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/3

9:25-0:35

1 stop15h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 16/4

16:35-7:25

1 stop15h 50m

R9 024

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

20:10-12:55

1 stop16h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/3

17:25-11:00

1 stop17h 35m

R9 326

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

9:25-0:35

1 stop15h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 4/4

14:05-6:15

1 stop17h 10m

R9 453

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

15:20-1:40

2 stops34h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 23/3

17:25-11:00

1 stop17h 35m

R9 676

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

9:10-0:55

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 7/5

16:35-13:25

2 stops21h 50m

R9 772

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/3

9:25-0:35

1 stop15h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 16/4

12:00-7:25

2 stops20h 25m

R9 835

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

9:25-0:35

1 stop15h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 4/4

13:20-6:15

2 stops17h 55m

R9 867

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

9:25-0:35

1 stop15h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 4/4

13:20-6:15

2 stops17h 55m

R9 931

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/3

9:25-0:35

1 stop15h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 15/4

6:55-13:25

2 stops31h 30m

R9 994

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Athens

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Stopovers

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

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 551, 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 061.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 416 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 R12 318 on momondo.

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

As of March 2026, prices for Cape Town to Athens flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Athens

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Athens according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated return price

Cheap Cape Town to Athens (CPT to ATH) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cape Town to Athens

Fastest flight time	14h 45m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Cape Town to Athens takes 14h 45m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Athens. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Athens.

Search flight deals

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 14h 45m.
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 March 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 32% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Turkish Airlines with 23%, Emirates with 18%, and Ethiopian Air with 14%.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Athens

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to Athens with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom R8 205	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 888 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 507	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 818 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 517	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 962 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 782	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 745 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 192	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 461 reviews	Search KLM flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R10 852	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 536 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 952	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 240 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

Glyfada

Agia Marina

Aegina

Piraeus

Chalcis

Hydra

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Cape Town to Athens?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Cape Town to Athens. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to Athens with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Cape Town to Athens with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Cape Town to Athens?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Cape Town and Athens by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Cape Town to Athens right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Cape Town to Athens flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

An easier way to manage your Athens trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Tue 31/3

Tue 7/4

Email me momondo's favourite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Greece

Airlines

Other Greece destinations

Other flights from Cape Town

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Fly your favourite airline to Athens

Cheap flights from Cape Town to Athens from R5 284

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Athens departing on 15/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Find the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Athens

Cheap return flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last-minute flights

Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to Athens

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Cape Town to Athens flight tickets

SWISS flights from Cape Town to Athens

Our best SWISS deals on Cape Town to Athens flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Athens that are best for you.

See travel insights to Athens from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Athens

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Athens?

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

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

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

Which airlines fly to Athens?

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

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

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

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

When to book flights from Cape Town to Athens

Cheap Cape Town to Athens (CPT to ATH) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cape Town to Athens

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Athens

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to Athens with momondo

Travelling to a place near Athens?

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your Athens trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to Greece

Fly your favourite airline to Athens

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Popular Cities in Greece

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Fly to other destinations from Cape Town

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Complete your trip to Athens

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year