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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Johannesburg.AED 2,604 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 10, returning Fri, Mar 20.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Hong Kong Intl on Tue, Mar 10, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Mar 20, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,604, select.
Johannesburg.AED 2,635 per passenger.Departing Fri, Apr 17, returning Fri, May 1.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Hong Kong Intl on Fri, Apr 17, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, May 1, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,635, select.
Johannesburg.AED 2,642 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 9, returning Sat, May 16.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Hong Kong Intl on Sat, May 9, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, May 16, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,642, select.
Johannesburg.AED 2,659 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 15, returning Tue, Feb 24.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Hong Kong Intl on Sun, Feb 15, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Feb 24, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,659, select.
Johannesburg.AED 2,681 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 13, returning Sat, Jun 27.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Hong Kong Intl on Sat, Jun 13, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Jun 27, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,681, select.
Johannesburg.AED 2,771 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 17, returning Sat, Oct 24.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Hong Kong Intl on Sat, Oct 17, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Oct 24, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,771, select.
Johannesburg.AED 2,773 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 30, returning Fri, Sep 4.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Hong Kong Intl on Sun, Aug 30, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Sep 4, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,773, select.
Johannesburg.AED 2,774 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 18, returning Sat, Apr 25.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Hong Kong Intl on Sat, Apr 18, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Apr 25, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,774, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jan
from AED 2,807
Feb
from AED 2,659
Mar
from AED 2,604
Apr
from AED 2,774
May
from AED 2,642
Jun
from AED 2,681
Jul
from AED 2,779
Aug
from AED 3,186
Sep
from AED 3,380
Oct
from AED 2,771
Nov
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Dec
from AED 3,744

Direct flights from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg

Alternative Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Hong Kong to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 2,604
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time12 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg is AED 2,604. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg.
Japan Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly direct from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg.
There are 21 flights per week flying from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong Intl to Johannesburg is usually March.
If you're flying from Hong Kong Intl Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the center of Johannesburg. We've found flights to this airport from AED 2,604.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Johannesburg on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg and you'll be in the air for an average of 13 hours.

  • The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is six hours behind Hong Kong, where Hong Kong International Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). You can select from six services every week between these two airports. Cathay Pacific offers a 00:30 departure between HKG and JNB.

  • To avoid missing your HKG to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your journey at HKG and fly nonstop to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg tickets.

  • Book your favorite seat with Cathay Pacific. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from HKG to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • HKG is around 24 kilometers from central Hong Kong. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near HKG. Whether you have an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • Of all flights leaving Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% land on time at their destination.

  • You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.

How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Johannesburg

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg flight is AED 1,563. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,604. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book five months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HKG to Johannesburg.

  • Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from HKG to Johannesburg.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometers from the center of Johannesburg. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the center on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.

  • Booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your flight from HKG to Johannesburg can help you get the lowest rate.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • The center of Johannesburg is about 48 kilometers from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). After your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 50 minutes.

  • You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near HLA. Settle in and get cozy after your HKG to Johannesburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria International Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA will help you save.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Johannesburg in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from HKG to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • Once you've booked your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:

  • Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Johannesburg to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Johannesburg Zoo.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Travel about 451 kilometers south-east to Pietermaritzburg to tick off its top sights. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometers south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are the start of reasons to visit.

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