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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to South Africa from HK$3,299

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 5-5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — JNB
5 May — 12 May1
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 5 April 2026.

Thu 7-520:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20-509:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1-4HK$4,787
Sat 16-520:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23-509:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1-4HK$4,881
Sat 2-520:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15-509:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5-4HK$5,030
Sat 23-520:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 6-609:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1-4HK$5,062
Thu 21-520:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5-609:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31-3HK$5,148
Tue 23-619:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7-809:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3-4HK$5,195
Fri 22-520:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 6-609:50
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31-3HK$5,234
Thu 7-520:10
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9-509:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop17h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5-4HK$5,892
Sat 16-516:55
HKG
-
JNB
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23-509:45
JNB
-
HKG
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1-4HK$6,229
Thu 4-618:15
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18-619:30
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1-4HK$6,496
Wed 20-518:15
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25-519:30
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop38h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1-4HK$6,558
Sat 30-518:15
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15-619:30
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4-4HK$6,590

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 5 April 2026.

Round-trip from

HK$4,787

One-way from

HK$3,299

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

HK$9,214

Good round-trip deal

HK$8,456 or less

Good one-way deal

HK$9,190 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7-5-20-5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5-5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (HK$3,644 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (HK$1,143 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Hong Kong Intl to South Africa.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Hong Kong Intl to South Africa.
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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 5 April 2026.
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Departure

Return

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Cheapest return flight

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 19-4

01:25-12:55

1 stop41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24-4

19:30-09:10

1 stop31h 40m

HK$6,809

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 13-5

01:25-04:00

1 stop32h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18-5

12:40-16:25

1 stop21h 45m

HK$6,840

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 7-5

21:10-16:15

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13-5

19:10-21:25

1 stop20h 15m

HK$7,397

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 14-5

18:25-16:40

1 stop28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17-5

18:25-18:05

2 stops41h 40m

HK$7,412

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 14-5

18:25-20:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18-5

22:20-18:05

2 stops37h 45m

HK$7,412

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 4-6

21:30-16:40

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18-6

13:15-18:15

2 stops23h 00m

HK$7,420

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 23-5

21:10-16:15

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6-6

22:20-18:15

2 stops37h 55m

HK$7,428

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 4-6

08:20-12:55

2 stops34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18-6

13:15-21:55

1 stop26h 40m

HK$7,467

Hong KongDurban

HKG - DUR

HKGDUR

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 15-6

18:15-10:35

2 stops22h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 18-6

17:00-21:55

2 stops22h 55m

HK$7,467

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 15-4

21:10-05:30

2 stops38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23-4

22:20-21:25

1 stop17h 05m

HK$7,553

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa (average of HK$5,422). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of HK$6,550). 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 HKG 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 5 April 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 18% of weekly flights between Hong Kong and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 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?

Monday 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 18% 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 5 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Hong Kong to South Africa, such as Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

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
3,556 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

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
1,244 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

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
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
995 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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

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.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Hong Kong to South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Hong Kong, you will be flying from Hong Kong Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Hong Kong Intl (HKG) is located 26.0 km from the centre of Hong Kong.

  • 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 25h 05m. Fly via Qatar Airways 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$3,096 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from HK$3,235 and Etihad Airways from HK$3,309 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Hong Kong to South Africa?

    While some choose either Hong Kong Intl - Cape Town Intl or Hong Kong Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Hong Kong Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Hong Kong to South Africa.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Hong Kong to South Africa?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Hong Kong to South Africa are Japan Airlines (37%), LATAM Airlines (37%) and Cathay Pacific (37%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Hong Kong to South Africa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Hong Kong to South Africa? While on average our users pay HK$8,978, our data indicates the cheapest price to be HK$7,782. The most popular route (Hong Kong Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around HK$5,069.

  • 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$5,422). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of HK$6,550). 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 4 airlines flying from Hong Kong to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Hong Kong to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 70,647 searches. Data last updated 5 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestHK$5,424AverageHK$7,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestHK$5,982AverageHK$8,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestHK$7,495AverageHK$11,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestHK$8,033AverageHK$9,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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