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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.$804 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $804, select.
Johannesburg.$804 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Thu, 11 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $804, select.
Johannesburg.$810 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Athens International on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $810, select.
Johannesburg.$810 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Jan, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Athens International on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $810, select.
Johannesburg.$810 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Athens International on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $810, select.
Johannesburg.$815 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $815, select.
Johannesburg.$818 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $818, select.
Johannesburg.$862 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $862, 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 November.
Aug
from $815
Sep
from $862
Oct
from $1,038
Nov
from $804
Dec
from $1,135
Jan
from $810
Feb
from $810
Mar
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Apr
from $1,134
May
from $7,878
Jun
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Jul
from $1,139

Alternative Athens International to Johannesburg routes

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Athens to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$804
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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 $804. 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 $804.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Athens International to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Johannesburg is usually November.
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 $804.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Johannesburg on Tuesday, 18 November 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 August, the average temperature is usually around 14°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, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

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

  • Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Athens (the location of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport).

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your ATH to Johannesburg flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • We make it simple to book flight tickets from ATH to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • Travelling from central Athens to ATH takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • Of all flights departing from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% touch down on time at their destination.

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

  • $642 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $804. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from ATH to Johannesburg. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from ATH to Johannesburg.

  • Find an affordable flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from ATH to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Once your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).

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

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and be off and running.

  • Lock in the best price by booking your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Before locking in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Johannesburg offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.

  • Lock in an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Johannesburg, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are attractions you won't want to skip in Johannesburg.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of South Africa, consider Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Athens to Johannesburg

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