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$499+ Cheap flights from Athens (ATH) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — CPT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Athens to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Athens (ATH) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$787
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$499
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$789
From Athens Eleftherios V. to Cape Town Intl
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Cheapest flights from Athens to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Athens to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 6/1712:20 amATH - CPT
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 7/72:35 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/10$783
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 6/223:55 amATH - CPT
1 stop32h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 7/74:35 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$787
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 6/206:00 amATH - CPT
1 stop16h 25mKLM
Sat 7/511:15 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop36h 35mKLM
Deal found 6/9$796
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 6/1612:05 pmATH - CPT
1 stop23h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 7/91:00 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$817
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 6/236:30 pmATH - CPT
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/911:15 pmCPT - ATH
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$827
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 11/236:35 amATH - CPT
2 stops28h 25mLufthansa
Sat 12/209:30 amCPT - ATH
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$843
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1511:10 pmATH - CPT
1 stop37h 25mEmirates
Mon 7/76:25 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop25h 00mEmirates
Deal found 6/10$1,111
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 6/194:15 pmATH - CPT
2 stops25h 30mSWISS
Sun 7/612:50 pmCPT - ATH
2 stops32h 45mSWISS
Deal found 6/10$1,320
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 6/205:25 amATH - CPT
1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 7/86:25 pmCPT - ATH
2 stops55h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,392

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Athens to Cape Town 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Athens to Cape Town that are best for you.

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AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 6/22

3:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/7

4:35 pm-3:05 am

1 stop33h 30m

$787

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 6/23

6:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/8

11:15 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$796

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/30

12:20 am-6:55 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/10

2:35 pm-5:00 am

1 stop13h 25m

$805

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 11/23

5:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/20

9:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$820

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 6/23

6:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/9

11:15 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$827

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 11/1

6:50 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/9

6:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$953

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 6/23

11:10 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/8

6:25 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$1,111

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 6/23

1:40 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/8

9:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$1,620

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/28

7:35 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/10

5:25 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$2,182

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/30

1:40 pm-1:45 pm

3 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/7

11:30 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$3,541

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Best time to book a flight from Athens to Cape Town

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Athens to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 ATH to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Athens to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Athens to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM and Air France from Athens to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($787), KLM ($796), and Ethiopian Air ($805) offers the cheapest pricing from Athens to Cape Town. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 12% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Athens to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Athens to Cape Town are Turkish Airlines ($499), Egyptair ($526), and Ethiopian Air ($629).

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Athens to Cape Town 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 Athens to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Athens to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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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