How long is the flight from Hong Kong to South Africa?

There are many flights that can get you from Hong Kong to South Africa in 18h. Fly via Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from Hong Kong to South Africa is about 10668 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Hong Kong to South Africa one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as HK$2,946 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from HK$3,311 and Qatar Airways from HK$3,582 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Can I find deals for flights from Hong Kong to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Hong Kong to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Hong Kong to South Africa?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hong Kong to South Africa.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Hong Kong to South Africa?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hong Kong to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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1 stop19h 45m

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Deal found 29-8HK$6,036

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Deal found 31-8HK$6,467

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Mon 9-1114:30 -

1 stop17h 55m

Deal found 27-8HK$6,608

Tue 13-1020:20 -

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Fri 30-1009:50 -

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Deal found 28-8HK$6,631

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Deal found 28-8HK$6,639

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Wed 21-1013:15 -

1 stop26h 40m

Deal found 29-8HK$6,655

Tue 13-1019:40 -

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Deal found 29-8HK$6,671

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Deal found 27-8HK$6,694

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Deal found 28-8HK$6,780

Mon 26-1019:35 -

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Deal found 27-8HK$6,835

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Deal found 28-8HK$6,914

Thu 5-1100:25 -

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Thu 12-1112:35 -

1 stop27h 05m

Deal found 30-8HK$6,929

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Average price	HK$9,022
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Tue 13-10

20:20-08:20

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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09:50-08:30

1 stop16h 40m

HK$6,631

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Tue 20-10

20:20-08:20

1 stop18h 00m

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09:50-08:30

1 stop16h 40m

HK$6,639

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Tue 6-10

20:20-08:20

1 stop18h 00m

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Mon 26-10

09:50-08:30

1 stop16h 40m

HK$6,914

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00:25-13:00

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Sat 24-10

15:10-14:55

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18:05-11:40

1 stop23h 35m

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Thu 26-11

13:40-17:40

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HK$7,705

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HKG Hong Kong Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Fri 9-10

19:10-20:35

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10:05-18:15

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HK$7,705

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HKG Hong Kong Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:10-16:15

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22:20-18:15

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HK$7,705

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HKG Hong Kong Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Sun 13-9

19:10-20:35

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16-9

10:05-22:05

1 stop30h 00m

HK$7,713

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HKG Hong Kong Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

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21:30-05:30

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Mon 26-10

13:25-21:50

1 stop26h 25m

HK$7,721

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG Hong Kong Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 14-10

21:30-05:30

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30-10

10:25-21:50

1 stop29h 25m

HK$7,721

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa (average of HK$7,125). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of HK$9,665). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HK to ZA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Hong Kong to South Africa as you normally would.

How often are flights from Hong Kong to South Africa delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between Hong Kong and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Hong Kong to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Hong Kong to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Cathay Pacific have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Hong Kong to South Africa is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Hong Kong to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,654 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,654 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,654 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,466 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,654 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,722 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,654 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,529 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,654 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

1,035 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,654 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Hong Kong to South Africa?
There are many flights that can get you from Hong Kong to South Africa in 18h. Fly via Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from Hong Kong to South Africa is about 10668 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Hong Kong to South Africa one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as HK$2,946 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from HK$3,311 and Qatar Airways from HK$3,582 one-way.
Can I find deals for flights from Hong Kong to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Hong Kong to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Hong Kong to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hong Kong to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Hong Kong to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hong Kong to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa (average of HK$7,125). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of HK$9,665). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Emirates	CheapestHK$7,498	AverageHK$11,760	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
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Find hourly flight availability from Hong Kong to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Hong Kong to South Africa as you normally would.

How often are flights from Hong Kong to South Africa delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between Hong Kong and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Hong Kong to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Hong Kong to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Cathay Pacific have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Hong Kong to South Africa is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Hong Kong to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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How long is the flight from Hong Kong to South Africa?

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Hong Kong to South Africa one-way?

Can I find deals for flights from Hong Kong to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from Hong Kong to South Africa?

Can I find deals for business class flights from Hong Kong to South Africa?

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa?

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