Africa

$382+ 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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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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 July 4, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sun 9/135:50 pm
LAX
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CAI
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/206:20 pm
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$776
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Mon 9/288:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 6/29$777
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/74:45 pm
LAX
-
CAI
1 stop22h 20m
Condor
Sun 10/182:05 am
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop22h 40m
Condor
Deal found 6/30$778
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 8/245:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Mon 9/78:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 7/1$780
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/295:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Mon 9/78:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 6/29$781
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 12/34:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Thu 12/247:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 7/2$782
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/275:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Mon 9/148:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 6/30$783
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 8/276:00 am
LAX
-
CAI
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1411:25 pm
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$786
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/110:20 am
LAX
-
CAI
1 stop23h 00m
Royal Air Maroc
Thu 9/248:30 pm
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop21h 50m
Royal Air Maroc
Deal found 6/30$787
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 9/193:50 pm
LAX
-
CAI
1 stop23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/1711:25 pm
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$788
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 10/126:00 am
LAX
-
CAI
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/2411:25 pm
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$790
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/255:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
Nonstop13h 45m
Egyptair
Sat 9/128:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 50m
Egyptair
Deal found 6/30$791

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 July 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$776
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$382
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,503

Good round-trip deal

$844 or less

Good one-way deal

$571 or less
From California to Africa
One-way flight from California to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Africa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Africa.

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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 July 4, 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

Tue 7/21

8:55 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop33h 20m

Cairo

Tue 9/29

6:20 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$863

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Fri 8/14

3:50 pm-1:15 am

1 stop23h 25m

Cairo

Mon 8/24

7:25 am-6:20 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$863

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Wed 9/23

3:50 pm-1:15 am

1 stop23h 25m

Cairo

Sun 10/25

6:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$864

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

5:05 pm-1:25 am

1 stop22h 20m

Cairo

Sat 8/22

7:30 am-1:50 pm

1 stop40h 20m

$864

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Mon 10/5

4:55 pm-1:15 am

2 stops22h 20m

Cairo

Tue 10/27

8:15 am-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$868

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Sat 9/5

4:43 pm-1:15 am

2 stops22h 32m

Cairo

Thu 9/17

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 25m

$868

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Fri 9/4

8:30 am-5:20 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Cairo

Sun 9/13

6:20 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$868
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesCasablanca

LAX - CMN

LAXCMN

Los Angeles

Mon 10/12

8:15 am-7:15 am

1 stop15h 00m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 10/28

11:45 am-9:39 pm

1 stop17h 54m

$880

Los AngelesCasablanca

LAX - CMN

LAXCMN

Los Angeles

Wed 10/14

8:15 am-7:15 am

1 stop15h 00m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sat 10/31

11:45 am-12:24 pm

1 stop32h 39m

$887

Los AngelesCasablanca

LAX - CMN

LAXCMN

Los Angeles

Sun 8/2

2:00 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sun 11/22

11:25 am-9:35 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$913

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Best time to book a flight from California to Africa

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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 $943). Flying from California to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,723). 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 July 4, 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 13 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, United Airlines, and KLM fly from California to Africa in about 15h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 20m. California and Africa are separated by a distance of 5973 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. ITA Airways flights start at $239 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 $943). Flying from California to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,723). 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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Alternative routes for California to Africa

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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 July 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$426Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
CondorCheapest$430Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$486Average$1,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$491Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$515Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$524Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$582Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$674Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$680Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air EuropaCheapest$680Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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