HKG - CPT

C$ 829 Find Cheap Flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,228
Typical prices: C$ 1,299-C$ 2,030
Qatar Airways
Sun 25/2Mon 12/3
HKG - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 829
Typical prices: C$ 654-C$ 1,043
Ethiopian Air
Thu 18/10
HKG - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Hong Kong and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
January
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,287 (round-trip)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 17h 31m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to Cape Town!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

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

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Hong Kong to Cape Town

Thu, 25 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
12:25 a.m. - 5:25 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,228Qatar Airways
Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:25 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
19h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,235Ethiopian Air
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
6:05 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,248Qatar Airways
Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
6:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,259Qatar Airways
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
6:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,260Qatar Airways
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
6:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,261Qatar Airways
Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
6:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,266Qatar Airways
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
6:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,299Qatar Airways
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
6:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,302Qatar Airways
Fri, 9 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:25 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.HKG  Hong Kong Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:10 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
17h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,332Ethiopian Air
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Hong Kong to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town start at C$ 1,228. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 1,299 to C$ 2,030. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,228 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hong Kong to Cape Town?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hong Kong to Cape Town and is 17% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 45% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Cape Town?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Cape Town at C$ 1,200 round-trip.
  • December (C$ 2,271) and October (C$ 1,957) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Hong Kong to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Hong Kong to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 829
Best time to beat the crowds (23% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
Flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town

When to book flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hong Kong to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Hong Kong to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Hong Kong to Cape Town?

    Flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town usually depart from Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 22% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Hong Kong to Cape Town route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,307 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 2,271, a difference of C$ 964. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Boulders Beach, and Bloubergstrand Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Hong Kong to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 4% above the route average of C$ 1,560. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Hong Kong to Cape Town take?

    A direct flight from Hong Kong to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 19,036 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Hong Kong to Cape Town?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Hong Kong to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,228 to C$ 12,086. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Hong Kong to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Hong Kong to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 2,547, which is 205% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Hong Kong to Cape Town?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 31m, compared with 18h 58m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 20h 45m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Hong Kong and Cape Town?

    Cape Town 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 car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Hong Kong to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Hong Kong to Cape Town range from C$ 1,299 to C$ 2,030, with an average of C$ 1,560 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,299 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Hong Kong to Cape Town 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 Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 1,307 – about C$ 964 less than Wednesday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hong Kong to Cape Town trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 1,200 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,071 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

More options for your flight from Hong Kong to Cape Town

Complete your trip to Cape Town with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Cape Town
Hotels in Cape Town
Vacations in Cape Town