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Cheapest return flight
£462
Typical prices: £525-£668
Ethiopian Air
Sun 30/9Sun 14/10
CPT - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£1,656
Typical prices: £265-£438
Ethiopian Air
Thu 22/2
CPT - ATH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg £483 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 15h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Athens (CPT-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Athens

Wed, 30 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:20 - 13:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£462Ethiopian Air
Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
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15:10 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:20 - 14:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£463Ethiopian Air
Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:20 - 14:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£464Ethiopian Air
Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:20 - 14:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£466Ethiopian Air
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
KLM Logo
15:20 - 16:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
06:10 - 09:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
£572KLM
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 15:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:05 - 18:05ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
£580Emirates
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
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13:15 - 20:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:05 - 18:05ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
£582Emirates
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 15:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:05 - 18:05ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
£583Emirates
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 15:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:05 - 18:05ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
£584Emirates
Sun, 27 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:15 - 01:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:35 - 22:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£644Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Athens flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Athens with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Athens?

Return flights from Cape Town to Athens start at £462. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £525 to £668. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £462 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Athens?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Athens and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Athens?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Athens at £493 return.
•July (£617) and December (£614) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Athens are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Athens flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£1,656
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Athens?

    Flights from Cape Town to Athens usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Athens?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Athens:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Athens pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 5% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Athens?

    On the Cape Town to Athens route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 7%. Sunday is the cheapest day at £557 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £593 – a £36 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square, and Kolonaki Square. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Athens flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 21% above the route average of £569. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Athens takes 0h 00m, covering 4,977 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Athens?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Athens changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £462 to £2,851. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,803, which is 447% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Athens?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 53m, compared to 16h 29m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 17h 11m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Athens?

    Athens is 1 hour ahead of Cape Town (Eastern European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Centauro
    • Record go
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Athens flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Athens range from £525 to £668, with an average of £569 over the past 12 months. Anything below £525 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average £557 – about £36 less than Friday (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Athens trip for February. Fares historically average £493 return in that month – typically £124 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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