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Flight deals from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Athens.C$470 per passenger.Departing Thu., Apr. 30.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu., Apr. 30, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$470, select.
Athens.C$473 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jan. 25.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun., Jan. 25, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$473, select.
Athens.C$488 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 3.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed., Jun. 3, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$488, select.
Athens.C$490 per passenger.Departing Mon., Feb. 2.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon., Feb. 2, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$490, select.
Athens.C$491 per passenger.Departing Mon., Oct. 12.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon., Oct. 12, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$491, select.
Athens.C$501 per passenger.Departing Wed., Mar. 4.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed., Mar. 4, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$501, select.
Athens.C$517 per passenger.Departing Fri., May 1.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri., May 1, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$517, select.
Athens.C$527 per passenger.Departing Fri., Sep. 4.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri., Sep. 4, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$527, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in April.
Dec.
from C$593
Jan.
from C$473
Feb.
from C$490
Mar.
from C$501
Apr.
from C$470
May
from C$517
Jun.
from C$488
Jul.
from C$549
Aug.
from C$546
Sep.
from C$527
Oct.
from C$491
Nov.
from C$550

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Johannesburg to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$470
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International is C$726. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$726.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Athens International is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Athens International Airport on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport and Athens International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the most popular stopovers between JNB and ATH:

    • Cairo International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

  • Before reserving your cheap ticket from JNB to ATH, check if you need a visa to enter Greece. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're traveling to.

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is C$470. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$726. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from JNB to ATH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from JNB to ATH. There's no need to check every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Located around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo International Airport can be reached in approximately 29 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to JNB:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ATH:

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 37 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 59 minutes.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC then.

More about Athens

  • Start your Athens trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from JNB to ATH, explore our accommodation options including:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are among the things you can't miss in Athens.

Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Athens stay.

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