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Thu, 23 May ATH - CPT
£372 £361
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
18% Trains in Cape Town are 18% cheaper than in Athens.
Athens £1.03
Cape Town £0.84
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
51% A meal in Cape Town is 51% cheaper than a meal in Athens.
Athens £12.85
Cape Town £6.29
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 23.92 ZAR
1 ZAR = 0.05 GBP
Last checked on 26 April 2024
Distance: 4983 miles
Athens airports
E. Venizelos (ATH) How far from city centre: 12 miles
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) How far from city centre: 11 miles

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If you are planning to visit Cape Town from Athens, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from Greece to South Africa, Athens - Cape Town is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport ATH, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport CPT airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in South Africa.

The flight duration is approximately 21 h and 55 m, covering a distance of about 8018 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Athens ATH to Cape Town CPT: Turkish Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Athens to Cape Town

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 South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Athens to Cape Town at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £361 for the route Athens - Cape Town. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Cape Town more expensive than Athens to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 0.84 GBP pounds, 76% cheaper than Athens, with a fare of 3.43 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 18% less in Cape Town: 0.84 GBP pounds against 1.03 GBP pounds in Athens. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 6.29 GBP euros in Cape Town, 51% less than the 12.85 GBP euros in Athens. The price of a coffee is approximately 46% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 1.57 GBP euros, while in Athens the coffee costs 2.93 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Athens to Cape Town?
The most popular months to book from Athens to Cape Town are October, April and November.
When would be the best time to travel from Athens to Cape Town?
The best time of the year to visit Cape Town from Athens really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, November is the best month to fly to  Cape Town from Athens in terms of searches from our customers, followed by October and May. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds February, July and May are the months with fewer searches for Athens -  Cape Town.
What is the duration of a flight from Athens to Cape Town?
Flight duration from Athens to Cape Town is around 12:50 hours on average, at an average distance of 8,982 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Cape Town compared to Athens?
The average temperature in Athens is 35.31 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 5.3 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures reach 28.98 during the hot season, with 9.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 degrees in Cape Town, compared to the 2.15 average degrees reported in Athens. During the winter period, Athens can register 9.0 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12.0 mm rain level.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Athens to Cape Town are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Athens to Cape Town are:
  • Turkish Airlines, stopping in Istanbul for 130 minutes at least.
Flight Time 12 h and 50 m Flights from Athens and Cape Town last around 12 h and 50 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £361 The cheapest price available for flights from Athens to Cape Town that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season November According to search data from our customers, November is the busiest time to fly from Athens to Cape Town
Airlines that fly this route Turkish Airlines Airline(s) that fly fromAthens to Cape Town

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