How long is the flight from South Africa to Greece?

On average, it takes 14h 35m 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 50m.

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 69% more often than any other city in Greece. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Mykonos and Thera.

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Flights to Athens

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Lufthansa

Mar 24

JNB

15h 30m

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Mar 11

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Mar 24

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Qatar Airways

Jan 20

JNB

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Lufthansa

Jan 20

JNB

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ATH

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Jan 18

JNB

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Feb 2

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Jan 20

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Mar 24

JNB

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Apr 8

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 23

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Qatar Airways

Mar 25

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 19

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Jan 26

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Mar 11

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Flights to Mykonos

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Emirates

May 18

DUR

21h 25m

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May 22

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Dec 26

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Dec 26

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Dec 26

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Flights to Thera

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Apr 18

JNB

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Apr 18

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Apr 27

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British Airways

Apr 18

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Apr 18

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British Airways

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Emirates

Mar 12

JNB

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CFU

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CFU

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Emirates

May 18

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May 21

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10:10 - 1:40

JNB

ATH

15h 30m1 stop

18:35 - 8:35

ATH

JNB

15h 00m1 stop

R9 492Lufthansa

Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 8

19:45 - 16:35

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ATH

20h 50m1 stop

6:35 - 7:05

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24h 30m1 stop

R9 543Lufthansa

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

10:10 - 1:40

JNB

ATH

15h 30m1 stop

15:45 - 6:40

ATH

JNB

15h 55m1 stop

R9 594Lufthansa

Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Apr 7

23:00 - 13:35

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ATH

14h 35m1 stop

15:30 - 3:55

ATH

JNB

13h 25m1 stop

R10 034Ethiopian Air

Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Apr 13

13:45 - 11:10

JNB

ATH

21h 25m1 stop

13:55 - 15:20

ATH

JNB

26h 25m1 stop

R10 118Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 8

17:15 - 8:40

CPT

SKG

15h 25m1 stop

21:45 - 11:50

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CPT

14h 05m1 stop

R10 507Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

12:35 - 11:10

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ATH

22h 35m1 stop

19:00 - 17:25

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CPT

22h 25m1 stop

R10 524Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 23

13:40 - 15:05

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25h 25m1 stop

18:00 - 16:45

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R10 998Emirates

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

11:15 - 14:55

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ATH

27h 40m2 stops

22:00 - 13:15

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DUR

16h 15m2 stops

R11 759Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 25 - Sun, Apr 12

19:10 - 14:00

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ATH

18h 50m1 stop

17:05 - 17:10

ATH

DUR

24h 05m1 stop

R12 673Emirates

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16

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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 8/4

18:35-8:35

1 stop15h 00m

R9 492

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:45-16:35

1 stop20h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 18/3

6:35-7:05

1 stop24h 30m

R9 543

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

10:10-1:40

1 stop15h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 7/4

15:45-6:40

1 stop15h 55m

R9 594

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

23:00-13:35

1 stop14h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 13/4

15:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R10 034

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

13:45-11:10

1 stop21h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 8/4

13:55-15:20

1 stop26h 25m

R10 118

Cape TownThessaloniki

CPT - SKG

CPTSKG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

17:15-8:40

1 stop15h 25m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Mon 26/1

21:45-11:50

1 stop14h 05m

R10 507

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/1

12:35-11:10

1 stop22h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 23/1

19:00-17:25

1 stop22h 25m

R10 524

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

13:40-15:05

1 stop25h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 26/1

18:00-16:45

1 stop22h 45m

R10 998

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 25/3

11:15-14:55

2 stops27h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 12/4

22:00-13:15

2 stops16h 15m

R11 759

DurbanAthens

DUR - ATH

DURATH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 12/3

19:10-14:00

1 stop18h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 16/3

17:05-17:10

1 stop24h 05m

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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 42% 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	R6 328
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 492
Fastest flight time	16h 10m

The best one-way flight price to Greece from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 328 (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 492 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Athens Eleftherios V.).

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The fastest flight to Greece from South Africa takes 16h 10m (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:
R433 per person with Emirates
R947 per person with Volotea
R988 per person with Ryanair

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 42% 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 50% 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.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Greece?

Consider booking a flight to Greece on a Wednesday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Monday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to Greece on Saturday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

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 22 operators available for flights to Greece as of December 2025.

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.