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$117+ 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
Jul 13 — Jul 201
Mon 7/13
Mon 7/20
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 13, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

CairoAthens

CAI - ATH

CAIATH

Cairo

Wed 6/24

4:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/26

12:55 am-2:50 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$274

CairoAthens

CAI - ATH

CAIATH

Cairo

Fri 7/24

6:10 pm-2:15 am

1 stop8h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 8/7

6:30 am-3:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$278

CairoAthens

CAI - ATH

CAIATH

Cairo

Fri 6/26

4:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 6/28

12:55 am-2:50 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$278

CairoAthens

CAI - ATH

CAIATH

Cairo

Thu 8/27

8:00 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 8/29

5:05 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$296

CairoAthens

CAI - ATH

CAIATH

Cairo

Tue 8/4

8:00 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 8/7

12:55 am-2:50 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$296

CairoDubai

CAI - DXB

CAIDXB

Cairo

Tue 7/7

1:50 am-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 10/6

6:15 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$318

CairoDubai

CAI - DXB

CAIDXB

Cairo

Thu 6/25

11:25 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Dubai Intl

Wed 8/12

5:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop8h 00m

$318

CairoDubai

CAI - DXB

CAIDXB

Cairo

Mon 7/13

4:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/7

5:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop8h 00m

$318

CairoAthens

CAI - ATH

CAIATH

Cairo

Mon 11/16

4:35 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 11/20

2:30 pm-12:35 am

2 stops10h 05m

$323

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Mon 10/26

9:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop12h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 10/31

10:00 pm-2:55 am

1 stop5h 55m

$329

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa (average of $905). Flying from Africa in August will prove the most costly (average of $1,044). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Africa?

For flights departing from Africa check dates and pricing for the following: Royal Air Maroc, Delta, Egyptair, Air France, British Airways. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: New York.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From $97
Egyptair
Egyptair
From $81
Royal Air Maroc
Royal Air Maroc
From $39
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $193

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Africa?

The cheapest city to fly to from Africa is Milan, with prices starting at $13. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Milan
Milan
From $13
Batna
Batna
From $13
Algiers Houari Boumediene
Algiers Houari Boumediene
From $13
Constantine Ain El Bey
Constantine Ain El Bey
From $15

When is the best time to book a flight from Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Africa, you should look to book at least 50 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 June 8, 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Africa would be wise to consider leaving during Sunday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Saturday afternoons 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 June 13, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Air France, andBritish Airways from Africa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,405 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,405 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,405 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,605 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,405 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,405 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
426 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,405 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Royal Air Maroc
6.2
Okay
615 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,405 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

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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 June 13, 2026.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Africa?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl airport offers the cheapest routes to New York, from $95; whereas Cairo airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to Dubai, from $182. 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?

    May 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 Nairobi to Mombasa from $95 round trip
    Fly from Cairo to Istanbul from $182 round trip
    Fly from Cairo to Rome from $262 round trip
    Fly from Casablanca to Paris from $275 round trip
    Fly from Cairo to Athens from $278 round trip

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