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Book cheap flights from Johannesburg to Athens from $561

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Wed, 20 May
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways1 stop
JNB - ATH
589$
561$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 27 June
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways1 stop
JNB - ATH
618$
585$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Athens

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of June. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

MealMid-priced restaurant
46%The average meal is 46% more expensive in Athens than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$16.74
Athens$24.40
TrainLocal, one-way ticket
29%Trains in Athens are 29% cheaper than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$2.51
Athens$1.95
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
456%Taxis are 456% more expensive in Athens than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$1.17
Athens$6.51
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
76%Coffee is 76% more expensive in Athens than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$3.29
Athens$5.80
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 0.61 EUR
1 EUR = 1.64 AUD
Last checked on Sun, 3/05
Distance: 7151 kms
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 1 kms
Athens airports
E. Venizelos (ATH)How far from city centre: 20 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Athens

How long does the flight take to go from Johannesburg to Athens?
The total flight time between Johannesburg and Athens is of around 13 hours on average, considering an average distance of 7,151.27 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Johannesburg to Athens?
When you fly from Johannesburg to Athens the average price is $1080. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Athens at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Johannesburg to Athens is $561. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Athens expensive to visit compared to Johannesburg?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Athens costs an average of $5.87, 335% more expensive than Johannesburg, with a fare of $1.35,
while train tickets costs 23% less in Athens: $1.96 against $2.53 in Johannesburg.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from $24.47 in Athens, 45% more than the $16.84 in Johannesburg.
The price of the coffee is around 76% more expensive in Athens, with an average of $5.83 , while in Johannesburg the coffee costs $3.32.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Johannesburg to Athens?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Greece may apply when travelling from Johannesburg. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Athens compared to Johannesburg?
While in Johannesburg temperatures can reach an average of 20º ºC in summer, Athens's temperatures can rise to 26º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather data show around 10º ºC in Athens, compared to the 11º ºC average in Johannesburg.

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