What are the most popular cities to visit in Greece?

For momondo users, the most popular city in Greece is Athens, which is visited about 68% more often than any other city in Greece. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Mykonos and Thera.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Greece?

On average, it takes 13h 55m to fly from South Africa to Greece if you fly out of Johannesburg OR Tambo (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Athens Eleftherios V. (the most popular airport in Greece). If you’re flying out of Cape Town Intl and into Athens Eleftherios V., then the flight time is around 15h 10m.

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Flights to Athens

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Ethiopian Air

Jun 17

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13h 20m

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R9 348

Ethiopian Air

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Qatar Airways

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20h 40m

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21h 55m

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SWISS

Feb 8

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15h 10m

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17h 45m

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Qatar Airways

Feb 24

JNB

21h 30m

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ATH

32h 55m

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Qatar Airways

Feb 22

DUR

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22h 15m

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Austrian Airlines

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JNB

16h 55m

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Qatar Airways

Feb 24

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22h 25m

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Lufthansa

Jan 24

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20h 50m

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R9 546

Qatar Airways

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22h 25m

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Lufthansa

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Multiple Airlines

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Flights to Mykonos

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Qatar Airways

Jun 11

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25h 10m

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Jun 15

JMK

22h 35m

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R14 979

Qatar Airways

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Qatar Airways

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Emirates

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British Airways

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British Airways

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British Airways

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Emirates

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Flights to Thera

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 23

JNB

31h 25m

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JTR

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JTR

24h 40m

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R12 056

Emirates

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Emirates

May 7

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Multiple Airlines

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Etihad Airways

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British Airways

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British Airways

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Multiple Airlines

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Multiple Airlines

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CPT

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CFU

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Emirates

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British Airways

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22:50 - 14:35

JNB

ATH

14h 45m1 stop

15:35 - 3:55

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13h 20m1 stop

R9 348Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jul 1

14:45 - 12:25

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R9 397Qatar Airways

Fri, Apr 3 - Fri, Apr 10

9:25 - 0:35

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ATH

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13:45 - 7:30

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R9 397SWISS

Sun, Feb 8 - Tue, Feb 24

20:30 - 18:00

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ATH

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19:00 - 3:55

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32h 55m1 stop

R9 447Qatar Airways

Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3

12:25 - 11:10

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ATH

22h 45m2 stops

12:40 - 10:55

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DUR

22h 15m2 stops

R9 463Qatar Airways

Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 1

16:35 - 8:45

CPT

SKG

15h 10m1 stop

9:35 - 11:50

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CPT

27h 15m1 stop

R10 173Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jun 15 - Tue, Sep 8

14:45 - 3:05

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R10 883Emirates

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R11 395Emirates

Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 1

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JTR

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JNB

48h 50m2 stops

R17 126Etihad Airways

Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, Apr 27

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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

22:50-14:35

1 stop14h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/7

15:35-3:55

1 stop13h 20m

R9 348

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

14:45-12:25

1 stop20h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 10/4

12:05-9:00

1 stop21h 55m

R9 397

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

9:25-0:35

1 stop15h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 24/2

13:45-7:30

1 stop17h 45m

R9 397

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

20:30-18:00

1 stop21h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/3

19:00-3:55

1 stop32h 55m

R9 447

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 22/2

12:25-11:10

2 stops22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/3

12:40-10:55

2 stops22h 15m

R9 463

Cape TownThessaloniki

CPT - SKG

CPTSKG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

16:35-8:45

1 stop15h 10m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Tue 8/9

9:35-11:50

1 stop27h 15m

R10 173

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 14/6

14:45-3:05

1 stop35h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 30/6

15:40-13:15

1 stop22h 35m

R10 454

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 22/2

19:10-15:05

1 stop19h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/3

18:00-17:10

1 stop23h 10m

R10 883

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 22/2

19:10-15:05

1 stop19h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/3

18:00-17:10

1 stop23h 10m

R11 395

JohannesburgThera

JNB - JTR

JNBJTR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

9:50-17:25

2 stops30h 35m

Thera Santorini

Mon 27/4

8:30-8:20

2 stops48h 50m

R17 126

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Greece flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Greece?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Greece from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Greece. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Greece on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Greece flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 087
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 348
Fastest flight time	22h 35m

The best one-way flight price to Greece from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 087 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Athens Eleftherios V.).

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The best round-trip flight price to Greece from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 348 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Athens Eleftherios V.).

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The fastest flight to Greece from South Africa takes 22h 35m (Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Greece

What is the best airport to land at to visit Acropolis?

Flying into Athens Airport is typically the best way to visit Acropolis, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to Greece?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to Greece are:
R423 per person with Emirates
R964 per person with Ryanair
R1 483 per person with Aegean Airlines

Which airlines fly to Greece?

There are a total of 14 airlines that operate flight routes to Greece, with Qatar Airways being the most popular option. An estimated 43% of those flying into Greece choose to fly with Qatar Airways. If you’re unable to find tickets with Qatar Airways, then Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air are also popular airlines to fly with.

What is the most popular airport in Greece to fly to?

Athens Eleftherios V. is the most popular airport in Greece to fly to, with 47% of all users travelling to Greece opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in Athens, which is the city in Greece that is closest to Athens Eleftherios V., then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Greece?

Prices for flights to Greece are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Greece?

There are 20 operators available for flights to Greece as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Greece?

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 to Greece.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Greece?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Greece 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 Greece. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Greece?

Finding the right flight to Greece is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Greece quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to Greece with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Greece on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Greece?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Greece.

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

Yes. momondo can track flight prices for Greece and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.