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$446+ 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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Jun 26 — Jul 31
Fri 6/26
Fri 7/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Africa

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 May 27, 2026.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/195:50 pm
LAX
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CAI
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/611:25 pm
CAI
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LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$743
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:50 pm
LAX
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CAI
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/1511:25 pm
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$750
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/105:25 pm
LAX
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CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Sat 9/198:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/23$759
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/165:25 pm
LAX
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CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Thu 9/248:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/22$762
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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.
Sat 7/185:25 pm
LAX
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CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Mon 8/318:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/24$769
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/195:25 pm
LAX
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CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Sat 10/248:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/24$771
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/105:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Sat 10/108:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/24$772
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/75:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Sat 10/108:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/24$773
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/145:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Thu 10/228:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/24$774
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 7/185:05 pm
LAX
-
CAI
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/2811:25 pm
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26$776
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/45:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Mon 7/138:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/24$778
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 7/165:25 pm
LAX
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CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Mon 8/178:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/23$780

Find flight deals from California to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated May 27, 2026.

Round-trip from

$743
(Ovago)

One-way from

$446
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,278

Good round-trip deal

$820 or less

Good one-way deal

$547 or less
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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 May 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Africa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Mon 11/2

3:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Cairo

Tue 12/1

5:35 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$864

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Mon 11/2

6:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Cairo

Wed 12/2

5:25 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop35h 05m

$864

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Wed 7/29

8:55 pm-1:15 am

1 stop18h 20m

Cairo

Wed 8/19

7:30 am-6:20 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$864

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Wed 10/21

5:51 pm-1:15 am

2 stops21h 24m

Cairo

Thu 11/26

6:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$869

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Thu 8/20

8:30 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Cairo

Mon 8/24

7:25 am-6:20 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$869

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Wed 11/11

2:35 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Cairo

Thu 11/19

6:25 am-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$869

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 7/28

7:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Cairo

Mon 9/14

1:50 am-10:27 pm

2 stops30h 37m

$925

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

10:35 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Cairo

Tue 9/29

11:25 pm-10:27 pm

2 stops33h 02m

$925

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

4:30 pm-1:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

Cairo

Mon 9/28

2:05 am-11:31 pm

2 stops31h 26m

$970
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 9/29

3:15 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Sat 10/24

4:25 am-1:15 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$978

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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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Africa (average of $948). Flying from California to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,727). 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 May 27, 2026.

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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Africa?

The best time to book flights from California to Africa is 11 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Africa?

    Airlines like British Airways, SAUDIA, and ITA Airways fly from California to Africa in about 16h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 45m. California and Africa are separated by a distance of 6233 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $181. Air France flights start at $237 while deals on KLM start at $250 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Africa (average of $948). Flying from California to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,727). 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 May 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$426Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$486Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$491Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$515Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$582Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IberiaCheapest$588Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$674Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$680Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air EuropaCheapest$680Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SAUDIACheapest$680Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%

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