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 17h 05m.

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 67% more often than any other city in Greece. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Mykonos and Argostoli.

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Flights to Athens

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 30

JNB

29h 15m

2 stops

ATH

Dec 7

ATH

32h 30m

2 stops

JNB

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Nov 30

JNB

29h 15m

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ATH

Dec 7

ATH

19h 05m

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JNB

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Qatar Airways

Dec 3

JNB

21h 25m

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ATH

Dec 10

ATH

20h 35m

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JNB

R10 098

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Etihad Airways

Feb 13

JNB

19h 50m

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ATH

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ATH

25h 40m

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JNB

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Qatar Airways

May 10

JNB

20h 50m

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ATH

May 22

ATH

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Etihad Airways

Feb 13

JNB

19h 50m

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ATH

Feb 17

ATH

25h 40m

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JNB

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Etihad Airways

Feb 13

JNB

19h 50m

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ATH

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Qatar Airways

Nov 30

JNB

21h 25m

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Qatar Airways

May 11

JNB

14h 45m

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ATH

May 22

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Etihad Airways

May 10

JNB

31h 45m

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ATH

May 22

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26h 00m

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JNB

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Qatar Airways

Apr 22

CPT

22h 25m

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ATH

May 5

ATH

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CPT

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May 11

JNB

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ATH

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Flights to Mykonos

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Dec 26

JNB

22h 15m

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JMK

Jan 2

JMK

34h 05m

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Dec 26

JNB

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Etihad Airways

Apr 18

JNB

48h 35m

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JTR

Apr 27

JTR

48h 50m

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British Airways

Apr 18

JNB

17h 55m

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JTR

Apr 27

JTR

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British Airways

Apr 18

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JTR

Apr 27

JTR

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Dec 28

JNB

32h 40m

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Jan 4

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Dec 28

JNB

27h 20m

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JTR

Jan 4

JTR

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Dec 28

JNB

23h 35m

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JTR

Jan 4

JTR

31h 05m

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Apr 18

JNB

23h 35m

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JTR

Apr 27

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Apr 18

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Apr 27

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Apr 18

JNB

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JTR

Apr 27

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19h 35m

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Emirates

Dec 29

JNB

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Jan 5

JTR

19h 40m

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9:40 - 14:55JNB-ATH

29h 15m2 stops

10:10 - 18:40ATH-JNB

32h 30m2 stops

R9 757Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 7

9:40 - 14:55JNB-ATH

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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10

20:40 - 18:30JNB-ATH

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9:50 - 5:40JNB-ATH

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

9:50 - 5:40JNB-ATH

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13:45 - 11:10JNB-ATH

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Sun, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 7

18:30 - 15:05CPT-ATH

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18:00 - 16:45ATH-CPT

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18:30 - 15:05CPT-ATH

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

19:45 - 13:40JNB-SKG

17h 55m1 stop

8:10 - 9:30SKG-JNB

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JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

9:40-14:55

2 stops29h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 7/12

10:10-18:40

2 stops32h 30m

R9 757

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

9:40-14:55

2 stops29h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 7/12

15:45-10:50

1 stop19h 05m

R9 962

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

13:45-11:10

1 stop21h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/12

19:00-15:35

1 stop20h 35m

R10 098

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

20:40-18:30

1 stop20h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 22/5

13:55-16:10

1 stop27h 15m

R10 201

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/2

6:40-8:20

1 stop25h 40m

R10 218

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-5:40

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/2

6:40-8:20

1 stop25h 40m

R10 252

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

13:45-11:10

1 stop21h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 7/12

12:40-8:40

1 stop20h 00m

R10 594

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

18:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/3

18:00-16:45

1 stop22h 45m

R11 397

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

18:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 17/2

18:00-16:45

1 stop22h 45m

R12 730

JohannesburgThessaloniki

JNB - SKG

JNBSKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

19:45-13:40

1 stop17h 55m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Tue 10/2

8:10-9:30

2 stops25h 20m

R16 335

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Greece flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Greece?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines 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 41% 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 639
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 757
Fastest flight time	16h 10m

The best one-way flight price to Greece from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 639 (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 757 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Athens Eleftherios V.).

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The fastest flight to Greece from South Africa takes 16h 10m (Johannesburg OR Tambo 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:
R438 per person with Emirates
R957 per person with Volotea
R997 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 41% of those flying into Greece choose to fly with Qatar Airways. If you’re unable to find tickets with Qatar Airways, then Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines 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 49% 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 November 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.