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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to South Africa from HK$4,188

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 28-11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — JNB
7 Aug — 14 Aug1
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 8 July 2026.

Mon 17-800:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 25-814:30
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop18h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5-7HK$6,329
Thu 5-1100:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12-1112:35
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3-7HK$6,627
Fri 6-1119:35
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 12-1109:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5-7HK$6,737
Tue 6-1020:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 26-1009:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5-7HK$6,807
Wed 7-1020:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 25-1009:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5-7HK$6,862
Sun 2-820:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 17-809:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7-7HK$6,909
Sun 4-1020:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 30-1009:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5-7HK$6,940
Fri 21-800:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop18h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 29-815:10
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop17h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7-7HK$6,956
Sat 14-1119:35
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 28-1109:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6-7HK$7,011
Thu 13-800:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 31-814:30
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop18h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6-7HK$7,027
Fri 14-820:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31-809:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6-7HK$7,042
Tue 4-820:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 13-809:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8-7HK$7,176

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 8 July 2026.

Round-trip from

HK$6,329

One-way from

HK$4,188

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

HK$9,913

Good round-trip deal

HK$9,985 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17-8-25-8
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 28-11
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 40m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (HK$2,512 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (HK$1,189 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Hong Kong to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 70,647 searches. Data last updated 8 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Hong Kong to South Africa that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
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Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 7-10

20:10-08:20

1 stop18h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30-10

09:50-08:30

1 stop16h 40m

HK$6,940

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 4-10

20:10-08:20

1 stop18h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30-10

09:50-08:30

1 stop16h 40m

HK$6,940

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 6-10

20:10-08:20

1 stop18h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30-10

09:50-08:30

1 stop16h 40m

HK$6,940

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 10-10

19:10-16:40

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17-10

18:25-22:05

1 stop21h 40m

HK$7,803

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 5-10

19:10-20:35

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30-10

13:25-21:50

1 stop26h 25m

HK$7,803

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 6-10

21:30-05:30

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26-10

13:25-21:50

1 stop26h 25m

HK$7,811

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 19-10

21:30-20:35

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17-1

18:50-21:50

1 stop21h 00m

HK$7,819

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 16-8

00:25-13:25

1 stop19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24-8

22:50-14:55

1 stop34h 05m

HK$7,976

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 10-8

00:25-13:00

1 stop18h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23-8

15:10-14:55

1 stop17h 45m

HK$8,140

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 2-8

19:10-20:35

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17-8

10:05-18:15

2 stops26h 10m

HK$8,203

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Hong Kong with our price prediction graph.
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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa (average of HK$4,580). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of HK$6,219). 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 8 July 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 8 July 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 23% of weekly flights between Hong Kong and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 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 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 23% 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 61 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

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 8 July 2026.
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
3,608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,608 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,404 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,477 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,010 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

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 10m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Emirates, or Ethiopian Air 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$2,947 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from HK$3,312 and Qatar Airways from HK$3,584 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa (average of HK$4,580). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of HK$6,219). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestHK$5,146AverageHK$8,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestHK$5,387AverageHK$7,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestHK$5,752AverageHK$7,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestHK$7,501AverageHK$11,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestHK$8,041AverageHK$9,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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