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Cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Athens

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of February. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Airlines that fly from Cape Town to Athens

Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

34%Trains are 34% more expensive in Athens than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 17,00

AthensR 22,82

MealMid-priced restaurant

56%The average meal is 56% more expensive in Athens than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 182,50

AthensR 285,24

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

238%Taxis are 238% more expensive in Athens than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 20,00

AthensR 67,51

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

75%Coffee is 75% more expensive in Athens than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 39,20

AthensR 68,62

Exchange rate

1 ZAR = 0.06 EUR

1 EUR = 19.44 ZAR

Last checked on Tue, 01/27

Distance: 8019 kms

Cape Town airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Athens airports

E. Venizelos (ATH)How far from city centre: 20 kms

Flights from Cape Town to Athens: all you need to know

Discover Athens, a city where ancient history meets modern life. Explore its renowned landmarks, delve into its rich heritage, and experience a culture shaped by millennia. From the Acropolis to its vibrant neighbourhoods, Athens offers a compelling journey through time, drawing visitors with its unparalleled blend of historical depth and engaging local experiences.

Planning your trip from Cape Town to Athens is straightforward. Direct flights are not available, so you will typically have at least one stopover, often in major European or Middle Eastern hubs. The total journey time usually ranges from 13 to 18 hours, depending on the layover duration and airline. For the most comfortable travel, consider booking your flight during spring (April to May) or autumn (September to October). These periods offer pleasant weather, ideal for exploring, and you will avoid the peak summer crowds and heat.

Information about Cape Town airports

Cape Town offers flights to Athens from its primary airport. You will depart from Cape Town International Airport to begin your journey.

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

This airport is the second-busiest in Southern Africa, serving as a key gateway for international and domestic travel. Facilities at the transport hub include numerous dining options, retail outlets, and duty-free shopping. It also features a dedicated observation deck, allowing views of aircraft operations. Passengers travelling from the facility can use free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal building. The airfield is equipped with a single runway and a modern terminal structure designed for efficient passenger flow.

Airports in Athens: good to know

Flights from Cape Town to Athens typically land at Athens' primary international gateway.

Athens International Airport (ATH)

Athens International Airport is the main airport serving Athens, Greece. Situated 20 km east of the city centre, it facilitates the vast majority of international and domestic air travel to and from the region. The airport features a single, expansive terminal building, divided into a main area and a satellite terminal, connected by an underground tunnel. This facility handles all commercial passenger flights. Public transport options include direct metro and suburban rail connections to central Athens, as well as express bus services to various city points and the port of Piraeus.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to Athens

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Greece. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Cape Town to Athens, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Cape Town to Athens is R6298. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Athens more expensive than Cape Town to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Athens costs about $ 67.51 ZAR, 238% more expensive than Cape Town, with a fare of $ 20.00 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 34% more at Athens: $ 22.82 ZAR versus $ 17.00 ZAR at Cape Town.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 285.24 ZAR in Athens, 56% more than the 182.50 ZAR in Cape Town.

The price of the coffee is around 75% more expensive in Athens, with an average of 68.62 ZAR , while in Cape Town the coffee costs 39.20 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Athens take?

Flight length from Cape Town to Athens is around 11:25 hours on average, at an average distance of 8 777 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Athens compared to Cape Town?

While in Cape Town the temperatures can reach an average of 28.98 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Athens's temperatures can go up to 35.31 ºC during the hot season, with 5.3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 2.15 ºC in Athens, compared to the 4.54 ºC average degrees reported in Cape Town. During the winter period, Cape Town can register 12 mm precipitation, while Athens have an average of 9 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Cape Town and Athens?

The main route from Cape Town to Athens is: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to E. Venizelos Airport (ATH). The following airlines fly this route:

Turkish Airlines.

Aegean Airlines.

Emirates.

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