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$366+ Cheap flights from California to 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Tue 8/12
Tue 8/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated August 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$701
(oojo)

One-way from

$366
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,430
From California to Africa
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Cheapest flights from California to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2012:40 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop22h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/178:40 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop24h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/7$701
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:05 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 05mITA Airways
Sun 12/144:35 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 8/6$702
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:45 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/212:10 amCAI - SFO
1 stop24h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/5$703
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/38:25 amSFO - CAI
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/179:20 amCAI - SFO
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$704
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/63:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/137:55 pmCAI - SFO
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$705
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/153:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/197:55 pmCAI - SFO
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$707
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:35 amSFO - CAI
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/219:20 amCAI - SFO
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$709
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/223:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/314:35 pmCAI - SFO
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$711
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:45 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/232:10 amCAI - SFO
1 stop24h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/5$712
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/83:05 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/214:35 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$714
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/153:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/510:00 amCAI - SFO
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$715
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:11 amSFO - CAI
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/105:20 amCAI - SFO
2 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$716

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Africa that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

6:45 pm-4:20 am

1 stop23h 35m

Cairo

Thu 10/23

9:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$700

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

6:45 pm-4:20 am

1 stop23h 35m

Cairo

Tue 12/16

2:20 am-4:45 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$701

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

1:10 pm-3:40 am

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Thu 3/12

2:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$702

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

3:05 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Cairo

Fri 11/21

4:35 am-1:05 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$703

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

4:05 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops20h 30m

Cairo

Fri 11/7

4:35 am-1:05 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$705

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sun 11/23

11:28 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops32h 12m

Cairo

Sun 11/30

5:00 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops38h 22m

$706

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

8:25 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Cairo

Fri 11/21

9:20 am-9:40 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$707

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

8:35 am-6:45 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Cairo

Fri 11/21

9:20 am-9:40 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$709

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

Cairo

Fri 10/31

4:35 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$711

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

12:40 pm-9:15 am

1 stop34h 35m

Cairo

Tue 9/30

6:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop38h 25m

$712

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Best time to book a flight from California to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from California to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,671). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 7, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Africa as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Africa. Reviews last updated August 7, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Delta, and KLM from California to Africa to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,344 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,344 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,344 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,987 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,344 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,382 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,344 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
824 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,344 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
956 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,344 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from California to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,671). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VuelingCheapest$65Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SWISSCheapest$464Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
IberiaCheapest$504Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$610Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$649Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$651Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SAUDIACheapest$712Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$763Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$796Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Royal Air MarocCheapest$830Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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