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Cheapest return flight
R12 449
Typical prices: R15 961-R20 836
Etihad Airways
Fri 16/11Mon 19/11
HKG - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
R20 650
Typical prices: R18 191-R21 760
Cathay Pacific
Sun 16/12Mon 24/12
HKG - JNB • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Cathay Pacific. Average duration is 12h 55m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 77% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 15% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg R15 036 (return)
Shortest trip • 17h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg (HKG-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Hong Kong to OR Tambo

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
Etihad Airways Logo
19:45 - 8:25HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 8:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
16h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 449Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
Etihad Airways Logo
19:45 - 8:25HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 8:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
16h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 941Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:55 - 8:25HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 30m3 stops Phu Quoc Duong Dang Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 - 21:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
30h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 647Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 - 8:25HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 - 21:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
30h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 860Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
Emirates Logo
21:00 - 20:30HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 30m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl
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13:25 - 21:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
26h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 123Emirates
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
Emirates Logo
21:00 - 10:25HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 25m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl
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10:10 - 21:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
29h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 123Emirates
Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 23
Qatar Airways Logo
18:05 - 3:55HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 21:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
25h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 124Qatar Airways
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
Qatar Airways Logo
18:05 - 3:55HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 21:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
19h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 338Qatar Airways
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 24
Cathay Pacific Logo
0:30 - 7:25HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 55mdirect
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 5:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
12h 50mdirect
R20 650Cathay Pacific
Tue, Dec 15 - Thu, Dec 31
Cathay Pacific Logo
0:30 - 7:25HKG  Hong Kong Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 55mdirect
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 5:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HKG Hong Kong Intl
12h 50mdirect
R20 650Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R15 961 to R20 836. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 449 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R15 238 return.
•July (R20 634) and September (R19 420) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

R6 594
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Hong Kong to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hong Kong to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 0:30 and lands at 13:25
    • Latest: departs at 0:30 and lands at 13:25.

    The flight takes about 12h 55m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 12h 55m, covering 17 169 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R15 961 to R20 836, with an average of R17 955 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 961 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 2% below the route average of R17 955. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average R15 036 return via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), compared with R20 290 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Cathay Pacific is the only airline operating Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. 77% of its flights are on time.

  • How are flight departures from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 449 to R117 926. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R13 151, which is 17% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R487 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 24m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R16 894 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R18 731, a difference of R1 837.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Cathay Pacific operates flights between Hong Kong and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 41m, compared to 17h 49m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 18h 45m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Hong Kong and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 6 hours behind Hong Kong (South Africa Time vs Hong Kong Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights:

    • Cathay Pacific: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Cathay Pacific: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R16 894, which is about R1 837 less than Friday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hong Kong to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for January. Fares historically average R15 238 return in that month – typically R5 396 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages R15 036 return on this route – about R5 254 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

Prefer to fly direct from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Thursday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Friday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Saturday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Sunday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Hong Kong Intl

Monday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Thursday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Friday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Saturday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Sunday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

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