How many flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 6.9% of flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, travelers typically experienced a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this particular journey.

How long does it take to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg?

The typical direct flight from Hong Kong to Johannesburg has a duration of approximately 12 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 10,675 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, historically take considerably longer, with a median duration of about 21 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with non-stop travel on this route.

Are non-stop flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg have been about 45% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $1288, while connecting flights had a median price of $887. Direct flights constituted approximately 8.7% of the available options across the trailing quarter, indicating they are less frequent but offer a premium for convenience.

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2026-08-05 – 2026-08-26
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Hong Kong to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

Most itineraries for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg connect at least once, with only 6.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will most likely have at least two stops on your journey.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg are significantly above the typical level. Prices typically range from $752–$1483, with a median of $978. Currently, 22% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal may require some flexibility.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg? The most affordable month to fly is typically October, with a median fare of $572. Other cost-effective months include April, with a median of $723, and May, where the median fare is $831.

A typical journey from Hong Kong to Johannesburg takes about 26h 0m, including connections. This duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting flights on this long-haul route. The total distance covered on this route is 10,675 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey.

How much is a round trip from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

Regular price: $908 - $1,834

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg is between 908 USD and 1834 USD. The current lowest deal is 830 USD with Etihad Airways for travel from Aug 5-Aug 27.

now $830

Low $908

High $1,834

The cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg is October, with a median price of $572. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $1393. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $572

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,393

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

Cathay Pacific

Last-minute flights going from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$1,000

$871

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$1,139

$914

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$1,141

$983

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,153

$1,064

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$1,084

$826

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,165

$1,009

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

$1,238 → $976

21%

13 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 17

$1,084 → $826

24%

4 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 28

$1,137 → $879

23%

8 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 20

$1,082 → $835

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

Hong Kong - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares from Hong Kong to Johannesburg are $830, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $572

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg, with a median price of $572.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 26h 0m long

Flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg typically take 26h 0m, covering a long-haul distance of 10675 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 6.9% of recent flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Cathay Pacific offers direct flights

Cathay Pacific is one airline offering direct flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Hong Kong main airports to depart from

Hong Kong International (HKG)

Cheapest

Hong Kong International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$866

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary arrival airport for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg.

📍 ~20 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$866

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International is a useful alternative for Johannesburg arrivals due to its proximity and easier navigation.

📍 ~30 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1342

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

79% AI deal score

$4,651

$3,976

Save $675

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price was $942. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $987, while booking 60+ days out resulted in a significantly higher average price of $1515. These trends are observed across a 90-day booking window.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Hong Kong to Johannesburg is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $752. The median price for this route was $978, while prices around $1483 or higher were in the more expensive range. These insights are based on pricing data observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg, with a median price of $572. April also presented lower median prices at $723. In comparison, the annual median price for this route was $978. These trends are based on pricing data observed over a 270-day period.

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Hong Kong to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

Regular price: $908 - $1,834

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg is between 908 USD and 1834 USD. The current lowest deal is 830 USD with Etihad Airways for travel from Aug 5-Aug 27.

now $830

Low $908

High $1,834

The cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

October

Cheapest

Flights from $572

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,393

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

Cathay Pacific

Last-minute flights going from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$1,000

$871

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$1,139

$914

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$1,141

$983

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,153

$1,064

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$1,084

$826

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Johannesburg

Hong Kong (HKG) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,165

$1,009

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hong Kong to Johannesburg

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

$1,238 → $976

21%

13 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 17

$1,084 → $826

24%

4 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 28

$1,137 → $879

23%

8 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 20

$1,082 → $835

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Hong Kong to Johannesburg