Travelling from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) departing from here.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to ATH.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to ATH departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
JNB is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the flights that depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
HLA is about 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Johannesburg to ATH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Book a hotel near ATH if you're catching a late flight from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
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For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Central Athens is around 40 kilometres from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is Rs93,758. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs151,951. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Johannesburg to ATH if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Johannesburg to ATH.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). August is the peak month for travel to Athens. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.
Before locking in your Johannesburg to ATH flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC.
More about Athens
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Athens right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Johannesburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Athens when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Acropolis of Athens followed by The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Athens, a trip to Larisa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another essential stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.