Africa

$131+ Cheap flights from Africa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
May 4 — May 111
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What to know about flights from Africa

Discover essential information about flights departing from Africa, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Africa airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travelers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Good round-trip deal

$17 or less

Good one-way deal

$12 or less
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Cheapest flights from Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

Sat 5/1712:30 amCAI - IST
Nonstop2h 20mEgyptair
Sat 5/244:30 amIST - CAI
Nonstop2h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 4/28$228
Thu 5/296:10 amCAI - IST
Nonstop2h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 6/112:00 amIST - CAI
Nonstop2h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$250
Sun 7/204:25 amCAI - DXB
1 stop7h 35mSAUDIA
Mon 7/288:30 pmDXB - CAI
1 stop7h 55mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/28$254
Sun 5/1111:30 pmCAI - IST
1 stop13h 45mJazeera Airways
Tue 5/202:10 pmIST - CAI
1 stop13h 20mJazeera Airways
Deal found 4/28$273
Fri 5/94:15 amCAI - DXB
1 stop10h 45mJazeera Airways
Fri 5/167:30 pmDXB - CAI
1 stop9h 00mJazeera Airways
Deal found 4/28$275
Wed 10/17:55 pmCAI - IST
1 stop6h 25mAegean Airlines
Wed 10/84:35 amIST - CAI
1 stop14h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 4/28$283
Mon 5/125:15 pmCAI - DXB
1 stop17h 50mGulf Air
Wed 5/141:30 amDXB - CAI
1 stop15h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 4/28$300
Wed 5/141:25 amCMN - IST
1 stop17h 55mLufthansa
Mon 5/195:55 pmIST - CMN
1 stop8h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 4/28$312
Wed 5/284:50 pmCMN - IST
Nonstop4h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 6/412:00 pmIST - CMN
Nonstop4h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$315
Mon 5/124:55 amCAI - IST
1 stop16h 25mLufthansa
Sat 6/75:55 pmIST - CAI
1 stop9h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/28$320
Tue 5/1311:40 amCAI - DXB
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1611:25 amDXB - CAI
2 stops10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$323
Sat 7/266:30 amCAI - DXB
Nonstop3h 25mEgyptair
Sun 8/1011:55 amDXB - CAI
Nonstop3h 45mEgyptair
Deal found 4/28$332

Find flights from Africa within your budget

Find flights departing from Africa that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on April 29, 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

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John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Sat 5/17

12:30 am-2:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 5/25

4:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$228

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Wed 5/21

6:10 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 5/28

6:55 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$251

CairoDubai

CAI - DXB

CAIDXB

Cairo

Sun 7/20

4:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/28

8:30 pm-3:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

$254

CairoDubai

CAI - DXB

CAIDXB

Cairo

Fri 5/9

4:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/16

7:30 pm-3:30 am

1 stop9h 00m

$275

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Wed 10/1

7:55 pm-2:20 am

1 stop6h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

4:35 am-7:05 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$283

CairoDubai

CAI - DXB

CAIDXB

Cairo

Mon 5/12

5:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/14

1:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$300

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Fri 5/30

3:45 am-9:20 pm

2 stops17h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 6/7

2:00 pm-3:10 am

1 stop13h 10m

$306

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Sun 5/11

2:35 am-7:50 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 5/19

4:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$307

CasablancaIstanbul

CMN - IST

CMNIST

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 5/14

1:25 am-9:20 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 5/19

5:55 pm-12:30 am

1 stop8h 35m

$312

CasablancaIstanbul

CMN - IST

CMNIST

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 5/28

4:50 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 6/4

12:00 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

$315

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Best time to book a flight from Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa (average of $403). Flying from Africa in August will prove the most costly (average of $639). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Africa to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Africa would be wise to consider leaving during Sunday at noon when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Thursday at noon when fares are usually the most expensive.

Airline reviews for flights from Africa

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from Africa. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your Africa travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on April 29, 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Africa. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Africa?

    Cairo airport offers the cheapest routes to Amman, from $76; whereas Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to Dubai, from $85. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Africa?

    January is currently the cheapest month to fly from Africa. At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Africa?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Africa to embark to:
    Fly from Cairo to Hurghada from $76 round trip
    Fly from Cairo to Sharm el-Sheikh from $85 round trip
    Fly from Nairobi to Mombasa from $85 round trip
    Fly from Cairo to Istanbul from $191 round trip
    Fly from Cairo to Amman from $226 round trip

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