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Cheap Flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Flight deals from Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.$1,254 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,254, select.
Cape Town.$1,254 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,254, select.
Cape Town.$1,272 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Mon, 26 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,272, select.
Cape Town.$1,290 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,290, select.
Cape Town.$1,417 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,417, select.
Cape Town.$1,433 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Sat, 22 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,433, select.
Cape Town.$1,457 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,457, select.
Cape Town.$1,471 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,471, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $1,272
Jun
from $1,254
Jul
from $1,792
Aug
from $2,080
Sep
from $1,417
Oct
from $1,457
Nov
from $1,433
Dec
from $1,748
Jan
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Feb
from $1,707
Mar
from $1,687
Apr
from $1,290

Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Hong Kong to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,254
Cheapest month to flyJune

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town is $1,254. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,254.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong Intl to Cape Town is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Cape Town Airport on Tuesday, 3 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Hong Kong Intl Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Cape Town 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 Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • Cape Town is six hours behind Hong Kong and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your HKG to CPT flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HKG and CPT:

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • $636 is currently the best price for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,254. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from HKG to CPT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from HKG to CPT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.

  • 73.04% of flights that take off from Hong Kong International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near HKG:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport to the centre of Cape Town has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Cape Town in April.

  • When booking your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HKG to CPT around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.

  • Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

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