How long is the flight from South Africa to Southeast Europe?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Southeast Europe you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Amsterdam Schiphol takes 11h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol takes 11h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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Flights to Athens

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 29

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Etihad Airways

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Etihad Airways

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Flights to Sofia

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Turkish Airlines

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CPT

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Multiple Airlines

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Emirates

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Multiple Airlines

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Multiple Airlines

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SWISS

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Flights to Split

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SWISS

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JNB

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JNB

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Multiple Airlines

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Multiple Airlines

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SWISS

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Multiple Airlines

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KLM

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KLM

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Multiple Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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KLM

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Flights to Tirana

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SWISS

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JNB

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TIA

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Multiple Airlines

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Austrian Airlines

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Austrian Airlines

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Emirates

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Multiple Airlines

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Multiple Airlines

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Flights to Rhodes

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Etihad Airways

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Emirates

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Multiple Airlines

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Emirates

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Multiple Airlines

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Emirates

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Multiple Airlines

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Southeast Europe flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Southeast Europe?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Southeast Europe from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Southeast Europe. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Southeast Europe on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Cheapest flights to cities in Southeast Europe

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Southeast Europe

Which airlines fly to Southeast Europe?

You can find flights to Southeast Europe from 10 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines or Emirates as these are the most popular among our users. Qatar Airways is the most favoured with 37% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Southeast Europe?

Prices for flights to Southeast Europe were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Southeast Europe?

The number of operators available for flights to Southeast Europe is 12 as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Southeast Europe?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Southeast Europe.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Southeast Europe?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Southeast Europe can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Southeast Europe. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Southeast Europe?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Southeast Europe on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Southeast Europe that suits you.

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

All flight searches to Southeast Europe on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Southeast Europe?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Southeast Europe, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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

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