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$281+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Athens (ATH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ATH
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Athens

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 August 1, 2026.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 9/311:15 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop16h 15m
KLM
Wed 9/165:25 pm
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop29h 00m
KLM
Deal found 7/28$677
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/234:35 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop33h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/2110:00 pm
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop14h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$681
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 9/111:15 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/66:35 am
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$686
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 7/3011:15 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop25h 00m
KLM
Wed 8/126:00 am
ATH
-
CPT
2 stops28h 45m
KLM
Deal found 7/29$687
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/301:50 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 10/153:35 pm
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop22h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/30$701
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 9/284:35 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop20h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/124:00 am
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop32h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/28$731
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/182:15 pm
CPT
-
ATH
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/263:35 pm
ATH
-
CPT
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$749
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/11:15 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/1512:05 pm
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/27$750
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/283:10 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop22h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 10/123:35 pm
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop23h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/30$752
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/273:10 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop22h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 10/103:35 pm
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop23h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/27$754
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/91:15 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/131:55 pm
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$760
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/11:15 pm
CPT
-
ATH
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/131:55 pm
ATH
-
CPT
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$762

Find 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 August 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$677
(KLM)

One-way from

$281
(Connections by easyJet)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$813
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cape Town Intl-Athens Eleftherios V. flight deals.
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From Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.
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One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Athens that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/3

11:15 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/16

5:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$677

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/28

4:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 10/12

4:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

$731

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/1

1:15 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/15

12:05 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$750

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/28

3:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 10/12

3:35 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$752

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/25

3:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 10/10

3:35 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$754

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/27

8:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/14

11:10 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$771

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/25

1:50 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/14

3:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$771

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/25

1:50 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 10/12

3:35 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$781

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/28

4:35 pm-8:55 am

1 stop15h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/11

4:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

$790
Quickest round-trip

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/28

4:35 pm-8:55 am

1 stop15h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/7

10:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop14h 50m

$798

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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 August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Athens is 65 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Athens (average of $669). Flying from Cape Town to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of $831). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cape Town to Athens?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Cape Town to Athens flights typically cost between $729 and $975 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $677 on KLM (Sep 3-Sep 16).

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 August 1, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Athens, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,638 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,638 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,638 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,738 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,638 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,460 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,638 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Athens?

    Departing from Cape Town to Athens will take you 16h 15m. The distance from Cape Town to Athens is about 4977 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Athens, with prices starting at $670. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $684 and $718, respectively. Qatar Airways is 10% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Athens (average of $669). Flying from Cape Town to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of $831). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$670Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$684Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$718Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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