Africa

$62+ 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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
Feb 14 — Feb 211
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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 Januar 15, 2026.

Good round-trip deal

$40 or less

Good one-way deal

$7 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 Januar 15, 2026.

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Mi 4/293:05 pm
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
So 5/109:55 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 1/15$116
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Mo 3/98:35 pm
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Fr 5/227:00 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 1/13$117
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Fr 3/205:30 pm
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mo 3/235:45 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$118
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Mo 2/235:55 am
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 20m
FlySafair
Do 2/266:30 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Deal found 1/14$119
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Mi 4/293:05 pm
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Di 5/1211:45 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$120
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Mo 3/98:35 pm
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Sa 3/146:05 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 1/13$121
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Fr 1/305:55 am
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 20m
FlySafair
So 2/16:30 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Deal found 1/14$122
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Fr 2/68:30 pm
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mo 2/96:15 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$124
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Di 4/284:20 pm
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Di 5/1211:45 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$125
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Mi 3/47:10 am
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mi 3/47:15 pm
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$126
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So 3/87:30 am
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Sa 3/146:05 am
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 1/13$128
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Di 1/2711:25 pm
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 25m
Egyptair
Mo 2/23:50 am
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 1/13$216

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 Januar 15, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

Fly to

Dubai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 5/20

3:05 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sa 5/23

7:00 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$117

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 7/1

7:30 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sa 7/4

3:20 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$121

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 2/1

7:30 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Di 2/3

6:25 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$166

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 3/17

8:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Di 3/24

7:50 am-11:45 am

1 stop3h 55m

$184

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 3/19

5:40 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mi 3/25

7:50 am-11:45 am

1 stop3h 55m

$190

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 7/1

1:00 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fr 7/3

7:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$195

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 3/20

5:40 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mi 3/25

6:05 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$204

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 4/17

5:40 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mo 4/20

7:50 am-11:45 am

1 stop3h 55m

$204

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Mo 2/2

11:25 pm-2:50 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Istanbul

Sa 2/7

3:50 am-5:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$227

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Mo 3/23

2:25 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Istanbul

Fr 3/27

3:50 am-5:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$227

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Best time to book a flight from Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly from Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa (average of $125). Flying from Africa in October will prove the most costly (average of $224). 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 Dubai. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Africa would be wise to consider leaving during Wednesday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Saturday evenings 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 Januar 15, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways from Africa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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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 Januar 15, 2026.
  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Africa?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo airport offers the cheapest routes to New York, from $46; whereas Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to Dubai, from $78. 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?

    February is currently the cheapest month to fly from Africa. At this moment in time October 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 Johannesburg to Durban from $46 round trip
    Fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town from $71 round trip
    Fly from Nairobi to Mombasa from $78 round trip
    Fly from Cairo to Sharm el-Sheikh from $111 round trip
    Fly from Cairo to Luxor from $112 round trip

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