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$489+ 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — CPT
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$754
(KLM)

One-way from

$489
(Turkish Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,097
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 July 29, 2025.

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.
Fri 9/196:00 amATH - CPT
1 stop16h 25mKLM
Thu 10/27:45 amCPT - ATH
1 stop28h 00mKLM
Deal found 7/29$754
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:00 amATH - CPT
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2111:15 pmCPT - ATH
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$801
This Ethiopian Air 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3012:20 amATH - CPT
2 stops19h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/102:35 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$824
This Qatar Airways 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/52:00 pmATH - CPT
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 9/211:00 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$935
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.
Wed 10/11:25 pmATH - CPT
1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/104:35 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,026
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:55 amATH - CPT
2 stops31h 30mSWISS
Sun 9/213:55 pmCPT - ATH
2 stops32h 00mSWISS
Deal found 7/28$1,067
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:10 amATH - CPT
2 stops30h 15mLufthansa
Tue 10/213:20 pmCPT - ATH
2 stops18h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/27$1,081
This Emirates 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:05 pmATH - CPT
1 stop18h 30mEmirates
Sun 9/211:05 pmCPT - ATH
1 stop30h 20mEmirates
Deal found 7/28$1,273

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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.

Fri 9/19

6:00 am-9:25 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/2

7:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$754

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-9:45 am

2 stops28h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/21

11:15 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$801

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

$824

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/5

2:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/21

1:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$935

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/1

1:25 pm-11:50 am

1 stop23h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/10

4:35 pm-3:05 am

1 stop33h 30m

$1,026

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/5

6:55 am-1:25 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/21

3:55 pm-12:55 am

2 stops32h 00m

$1,067

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/14

8:10 am-1:25 pm

2 stops30h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/21

3:20 pm-10:50 am

2 stops18h 30m

$1,081

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/5

6:05 pm-11:35 am

1 stop18h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/21

1:05 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$1,273

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 8/26

3:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop32h 55m

$489

AthensCape Town

ATH - CPT

ATHCPT

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/30

6:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop17h 20m

$537

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Best time to book a flight from Athens to Cape Town

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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 July 29, 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.

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 July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Athens to Cape Town, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and KLM. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,683 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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, KLM ($754), Ethiopian Air ($824), and Qatar Airways ($935) offers the cheapest pricing from Athens to Cape Town. Users have found that KLM is 16% 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 ($489), Ethiopian Air ($591), and SWISS ($687).

  • 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?

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

  • 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$735Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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