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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to South Africa from R7 518

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — JNB
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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 26 January 2026.

Sun 22/223:55
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/315:25
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/1R11 333
Wed 4/30:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/312:35
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/1R12 551
Sun 1/30:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/320:30
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1R12 632
Mon 2/318:05
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 13/312:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/1R12 792
Wed 11/318:05
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/318:55
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop20h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/1R12 856
Wed 11/30:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/319:00
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop20h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1R12 936
Mon 9/30:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/312:35
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/1R12 968
Wed 11/30:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/320:30
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1R13 000
Wed 18/218:05
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3/312:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1R13 032
Mon 2/30:25
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/313:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1R13 048
Wed 11/318:05
HKG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/312:45
JNB
-
HKG
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/1R13 080
Thu 5/30:25
HKG
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/312:35
CPT
-
HKG
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/1R13 321

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 26 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 333

One-way from

R7 518

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R21 352
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 22/2-7/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 05m total
  • Hong Kong to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 645 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 543 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 26 January 2026.
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Hong Kong

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 22/2

23:55-13:45

1 stop19h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

15:25-14:25

1 stop17h 00m

R11 333

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 2/3

18:05-15:35

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

12:45-21:40

1 stop26h 55m

R12 792

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 11/3

18:05-17:30

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

18:55-21:40

1 stop20h 45m

R12 856

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 10/3

18:05-8:40

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

20:30-21:40

1 stop19h 10m

R12 872

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 11/3

0:25-15:35

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

20:30-21:40

1 stop19h 10m

R13 064

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 11/3

18:05-15:35

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

12:45-21:40

1 stop26h 55m

R13 080

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 5/3

18:05-17:25

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

19:00-21:40

1 stop20h 40m

R13 321

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 5/3

0:25-17:25

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

12:35-21:40

1 stop27h 05m

R13 321

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 19/2

0:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

20:30-21:40

1 stop19h 10m

R13 465

Hong KongJohannesburg

HKG - JNB

HKGJNB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 11/3

22:50-13:05

2 stops20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

14:30-14:25

1 stop17h 55m

R13 770

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to South Africa (average of R7 438). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 715). 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 26 January 2026.

When flying from Hong Kong to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 26 January 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 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 26 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Hong Kong to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
3 487 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
1 144 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
3 733 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
952 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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.

  • How long is the flight from Hong Kong to South Africa?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and Emirates fly from Hong Kong to South Africa in about 19h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 25m. The distance between Hong Kong and South Africa is about 11829 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Hong Kong to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R6 299. Ethiopian Air flights start at R6 792 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R6 949 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 R7 438). Flying from Hong Kong to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 715). 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 26 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 307AverageR15 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 074AverageR14 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
EmiratesCheapestR16 757AverageR20 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR17 461AverageR20 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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