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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 528 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Athens.528 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 528 €, select.

Athens.529 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 529 €, select.

Athens.532 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 532 €, select.

Athens.533 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 533 €, select.

Athens.535 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 535 €, select.

Athens.535 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 535 €, select.

Athens.536 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Thu, 26 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 536 €, select.

Athens.537 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 537 €, select.

Athens.539 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr, returning Tue, 11 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 539 €, select.

Athens.539 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 539 €, select.

Athens.568 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 568 €, select.

Athens.574 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 574 €, select.

Athens.574 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 574 €, select.

Athens.574 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 574 €, select.

Athens.596 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Tue, 9 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 596 €, select.

Athens.596 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 596 €, select.

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Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Cape Town to Athens International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Athens International is 528 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Athens International?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Athens International. But we found flights with one or more stops from 528 €.

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Athens International?

As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Athens International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Athens International?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Athens International is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Athens International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Athens International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Athens?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to Athens International with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Flying from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Cape Town.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CPT to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like November, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CPT and ATH include:
- Istanbul Airport
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Munich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

232 € is the best price for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Return flights start from 528 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CPT to ATH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from CPT to ATH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)

Cape Town Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart CPT reach their destination on time.
To get to Cape Town Airport from central Cape Town, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near CPT:

Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)

Reserve a hotel near ATH if you have a late Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Athens International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice to explore Athens and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

Athens International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)

The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Cape Town Airport to Athens International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CPT to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

Athens has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without a visit to Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.