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$652+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Athens (ATH)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ATH
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in November or February, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$652
(SWISS)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$758
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cape Town Intl-Athens Eleftherios V. flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/911:05 amCPT - ATH
2 stops36h 50mSWISS
Fri 6/132:00 pmATH - CPT
2 stops26h 15mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$652
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/74:35 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 6/2310:25 amATH - CPT
1 stop26h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$739
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/711:15 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop25h 05mKLM
Mon 6/236:30 pmATH - CPT
2 stops40h 15mKLM
Deal found 4/29$749
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/91:00 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop22h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 6/138:00 pmATH - CPT
1 stop15h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$750
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/711:15 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/223:25 amATH - CPT
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$759
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/99:00 amCPT - ATH
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/1212:20 amATH - CPT
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/29$770
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2911:15 pmCPT - ATH
2 stops23h 00mAir France
Thu 6/53:05 pmATH - CPT
2 stops22h 35mAir France
Deal found 4/29$858
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:55 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop29h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 5/288:45 amATH - CPT
2 stops33h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,003
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/292:30 pmCPT - ATH
3 stops33h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 6/53:05 pmATH - CPT
2 stops46h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,146
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/33:20 pmCPT - ATH
2 stops22h 35mLufthansa
Sun 5/46:35 pmATH - CPT
2 stops19h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$2,083
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/157:50 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop35h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2810:25 amATH - CPT
1 stop31h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$21,101

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Athens that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Athens that are best for you.

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Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/9

11:05 am-12:55 am

2 stops36h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/13

2:00 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$652

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/7

4:35 pm-3:05 am

1 stop33h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 6/23

10:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop26h 25m

$739

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/7

11:15 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 6/23

6:30 pm-9:45 am

2 stops40h 15m

$749

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/9

1:00 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/13

8:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop15h 50m

$750

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/7

11:15 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 6/22

3:25 am-9:10 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$759

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/9

9:00 am-5:00 am

2 stops19h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 6/12

12:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$770

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/29

11:15 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 6/5

3:05 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$858

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/15

6:55 pm-12:55 am

1 stop29h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 5/28

8:45 am-5:20 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$1,003

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/29

2:30 pm-1:25 am

3 stops33h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 6/5

3:05 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops46h 55m

$1,146

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/15

7:50 pm-8:10 am

1 stop35h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 5/28

10:25 am-5:10 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$21,101

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Deals found on 4/29

Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to Athens

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cape Town to Athens in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Athens flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cape Town-Athens flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Athens. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Athens is 13 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Athens?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Cape Town to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,309). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to Athens is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 0.2 - 2.5 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Athens round-trip?

    Flying on SWISS is currently your cheapest option to Athens, with prices starting at $652. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at $739 and $749, respectively. SWISS is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Cape Town to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,309). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Athens

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$493Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$590Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$691Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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