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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International to Johannesburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.$827 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Athens International on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $827, select.
Johannesburg.$856 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Tue, 8 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 8 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $856, select.
Johannesburg.$865 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Athens International on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $865, select.
Johannesburg.$865 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Athens International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $865, select.
Johannesburg.$994 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $994, select.
Johannesburg.$1,023 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Mar, returning Sat, 5 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Sun, 30 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 5 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,023, select.
Johannesburg.$1,088 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,088, select.
Johannesburg.$1,136 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov, returning Sat, 29 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,136, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from $1,362
Apr
from $856
May
from $827
Jun
from $1,216
Jul
from $1,396
Aug
from $1,234
Sep
from $1,138
Oct
from $1,231
Nov
from $1,136
Dec
from $1,231
Jan
from $994
Feb
from $1,216

Alternative Athens International to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Athens International to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Athens to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$827
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Johannesburg is $827. 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 Athens International to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from $827.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from Athens International to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Johannesburg is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Athens International Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from $827.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Johannesburg on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Athens International Airport and Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • Athens (the location of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport) and Johannesburg are in the same timezone — UTC+2.

  • Leave enough time to catch your flight from ATH to Johannesburg. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from ATH to Johannesburg. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • You don't need a visa for South Africa if you have a passport from Greece and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

  • Located around 40 kilometres from central Athens, ATH can be reached in about 37 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 59 minutes.

  • After an easy start to your journey? Stay near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Johannesburg

  • $734 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $827. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • It's usually best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from ATH to Johannesburg. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg throughout the entire month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from ATH to Johannesburg is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the centre of Johannesburg is about 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • After your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).

  • After your flight from ATH to Johannesburg, settle in at a hotel near HLA. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Johannesburg in February when it's quieter.

  • When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ATH to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are essential stops on your Johannesburg itinerary.

Complete your Johannesburg trip with a car rental

  • Pick one of our car rentals in Johannesburg and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg.

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