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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to South Africa from HK$3,752

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 14-3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — JNB
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
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 28 January 2026.

Wed 4-300:25
HKG
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CPT
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9-312:35
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25-1HK$6,107
Sun 1-300:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10-320:30
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26-1HK$6,146
Mon 23-200:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3-320:30
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27-1HK$6,154
Sun 15-300:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24-312:35
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26-1HK$6,255
Wed 11-300:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19-319:00
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop20h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26-1HK$6,294
Fri 13-318:05
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20-320:30
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27-1HK$6,310
Wed 11-300:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19-320:30
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26-1HK$6,325
Wed 18-218:05
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3-312:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26-1HK$6,341
Mon 2-300:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10-313:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26-1HK$6,349
Thu 5-300:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10-312:35
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25-1HK$6,481
Sun 1-300:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11-313:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26-1HK$6,520
Thu 19-218:05
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5-313:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26-1HK$6,551

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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

HK$6,107

One-way from

HK$3,752

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

HK$10,389

Good round-trip deal

HK$8,376 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4-3-9-3
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 10m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
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14-3
  • 14-3
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 40m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (HK$3,227 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (HK$1,312 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip 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 28 January 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

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 15-3

00:25-17:30

1 stop23h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24-3

12:35-21:40

1 stop27h 05m

HK$6,255

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 11-3

00:25-15:35

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19-3

20:30-21:40

1 stop19h 10m

HK$6,356

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 5-3

00:25-17:25

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10-3

12:35-21:40

1 stop27h 05m

HK$6,481

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 19-2

00:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4-3

20:30-21:40

1 stop19h 10m

HK$6,551

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 19-2

00:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5-3

20:30-21:40

1 stop19h 10m

HK$6,551

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 2-3

00:25-15:35

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11-3

13:45-21:40

1 stop25h 55m

HK$6,559

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 14-3

18:05-08:40

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21-3

13:45-21:40

1 stop25h 55m

HK$6,629

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 18-2

18:05-08:40

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5-3

20:30-21:40

1 stop19h 10m

HK$6,754

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 17-2

18:05-08:40

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6-3

20:30-21:40

1 stop19h 10m

HK$6,754

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 13-3

00:25-17:25

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21-3

12:35-21:40

1 stop27h 05m

HK$6,785

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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$3,619). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of HK$7,160). 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 28 January 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 28 January 2026.

The most flights from HKG 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 16% of weekly flights between Hong Kong and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 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 16% 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 28 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Hong Kong to South Africa, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,148 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
952 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.

  • 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 35m. Fly via Qatar Airways or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance from Hong Kong to South Africa is about 11829 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$3,135 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from HK$3,187 and Qatar Airways from HK$3,220 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Hong Kong Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Hong Kong Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Hong Kong Intl - Cape Town Intl 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 (56%), LATAM Airlines (56%) and Cathay Pacific (56%).

  • 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$8,535, our data indicates the cheapest price to be HK$8,262. The most popular route (Hong Kong Intl - Cape Town Intl), is priced around HK$5,514.

  • 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$3,619). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of HK$7,160). 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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Discover the top 5 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 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestHK$3,619AverageHK$8,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestHK$5,385AverageHK$6,890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestHK$7,398AverageHK$10,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestHK$8,007AverageHK$9,722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestHK$8,029AverageHK$9,958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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