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$3,583 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).

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 (55%), LATAM Airlines (55%) and Cathay Pacific (55%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Hong Kong to South Africa?

Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air are the most popular airlines when flying from Hong Kong to South Africa.

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.

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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Deal found 27-8HK$6,609

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Deal found 28-8HK$6,632

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Deal found 29-8HK$6,656

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Deal found 29-8HK$6,671

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Deal found 27-8HK$6,695

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Deal found 28-8HK$6,781

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Deal found 30-8HK$6,930

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Deal found 27-8HK$6,938

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Deal found 28-8HK$6,977

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Tue 13-10

20:20-08:20

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09:50-08:30

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20:20-08:20

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09:50-08:30

1 stop16h 40m

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20:20-08:20

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09:50-08:30

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HK$6,640

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09:50-08:30

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13:50-14:55

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19:10-18:05

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20:00-21:50

1 stop19h 50m

HK$7,706

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Fri 9-10

19:10-20:35

1 stop31h 25m

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10:05-18:15

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HK$7,706

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HKG Hong Kong Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:10-20:35

1 stop31h 25m

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10:05-22:05

1 stop30h 00m

HK$7,714

Hong KongCape Town

HKG Hong Kong Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

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18:05-11:40

1 stop23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26-11

13:40-17:40

2 stops22h 00m

HK$7,722

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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$7,126). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of HK$9,666). 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?

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 94 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

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

3,651 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

3,651 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,651 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

3,651 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

3,725 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,651 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

3,651 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

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

1,035 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,651 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

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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 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$3,583 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 (55%), LATAM Airlines (55%) and Cathay Pacific (55%).
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$7,126). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of HK$9,666). 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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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 30 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 94 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

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.

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

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?

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

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

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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