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Flight deals from Athens International to Cape Town

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.$1,146 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Athens International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,146, select.
Cape Town.$1,146 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Athens International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,146, select.
Cape Town.$1,160 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Athens International on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,160, select.
Cape Town.$1,166 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May, returning Fri, 23 May.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Athens International on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,166, select.
Cape Town.$1,185 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Athens International on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,185, select.
Cape Town.$1,205 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Athens International on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,205, select.
Cape Town.$1,248 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Athens International on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,248, select.
Cape Town.$1,263 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Athens International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,263, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $1,446
May
from $1,166
Jun
from $1,146
Jul
from $1,395
Aug
from $1,413
Sep
from $1,263
Oct
from $1,525
Nov
from $1,248
Dec
from $1,382
Jan
from $1,205
Feb
from $1,160
Mar
from $1,185

Athens International to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Athens International to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Athens to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,146
Cheapest month to flyMay

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Cape Town is $1,146. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Athens International to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,146.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Athens International to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Cape Town is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Cape Town Airport on Saturday, 24 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Athens International Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Cape Town 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

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

  • Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Athens.

  • Leave enough time to make your ATH to CPT flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ATH and CPT include:

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

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

  • $638 is the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,146. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ATH to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ATH to CPT.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on time at their destination.

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Cape Town in April.

  • Book your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from ATH to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Travel about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its top sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in South Africa, consider Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are highlights.

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