Cheap flights from Hong Kong to South Africa from HK$3,067

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22-4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — JNB
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Hong Kong to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hong Kong to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.

Thu 16-420:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1-509:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10-3HK$5,461
Sat 4-419:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17-409:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6-3HK$5,531
Fri 3-420:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17-409:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10-3HK$5,563
Tue 21-400:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop18h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29-413:50
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop19h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8-3HK$5,649
Fri 10-400:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop18h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24-413:50
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop19h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9-3HK$5,672
Fri 3-420:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10-409:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9-3HK$5,758
Wed 22-400:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30-413:50
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop19h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9-3HK$5,774
Thu 7-520:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10-609:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10-3HK$5,782
Tue 7-420:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22-409:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11-3HK$5,915
Sun 14-619:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 27-609:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6-3HK$6,094
Wed 22-418:15
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29-420:40
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop20h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7-3HK$6,118
Wed 19-820:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31-809:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11-3HK$6,126

Find flight deals from Hong Kong to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hong Kong to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

HK$5,461

One-way from

HK$3,067

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

HK$6,642
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16-4-1-5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 22-4
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 10m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (HK$1,049 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (HK$1,149 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Departure

Return

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Cheapest return flight

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 21-4

00:25-13:00

1 stop18h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29-4

13:50-14:55

1 stop19h 05m

HK$5,649
Fastest return journey

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 10-4

20:10-08:15

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17-4

09:45-09:00

1 stop17h 15m

HK$5,915

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 29-4

00:25-14:35

1 stop20h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5-5

13:50-14:55

1 stop19h 05m

HK$6,368

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 21-4

18:15-15:50

1 stop27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23-4

20:40-23:20

1 stop20h 40m

HK$6,564

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 20-4

18:15-15:50

1 stop27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27-4

20:40-23:20

1 stop20h 40m

HK$6,830

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 6-5

18:15-16:10

1 stop27h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13-6

14:45-21:55

1 stop25h 10m

HK$6,955

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 8-4

19:40-15:50

1 stop26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5-9

14:45-21:55

1 stop25h 10m

HK$7,018

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 21-3

17:55-10:30

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24-3

12:35-21:40

1 stop27h 05m

HK$7,033

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 2-6

18:15-11:30

1 stop23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10-6

13:00-23:20

1 stop28h 20m

HK$7,229

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 24-5

00:25-14:35

1 stop20h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29-5

13:50-14:55

1 stop19h 05m

HK$7,307

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Best time to book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Hong Kong to South Africa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa (average of HK$3,630). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of HK$6,540). 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?

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 11 March 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.

Weekly flight availability from Hong Kong to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Hong Kong to South Africa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 March 2026.

The most flights from HK0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

About 17% of weekly flights between Hong Kong and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 111 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?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 17% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated 11 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific 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.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hong Kong to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 05m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways, or Qatar Airways 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$3,144 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from HK$3,230 and Etihad Airways from HK$3,395 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa (average of HK$3,630). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of HK$6,540). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Hong Kong to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestHK$3,630AverageHK$8,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestHK$5,504AverageHK$7,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestHK$7,424AverageHK$10,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestHK$8,021AverageHK$9,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestHK$8,150AverageHK$11,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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