Africa

$275+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Africa

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Sun 4/127:40 pm
SFO
-
RAK
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/226:55 am
RAK
-
SFO
2 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$520
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 3/74:35 pm
SFO
-
RAK
1 stop17h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 3/133:50 pm
RAK
-
SFO
1 stop30h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/13$549
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 4/307:55 pm
SFO
-
RAK
1 stop31h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 5/155:20 pm
RAK
-
SFO
1 stop32h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/10$556
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 2/184:35 pm
SFO
-
RAK
1 stop35h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 2/244:50 pm
RAK
-
SFO
1 stop29h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/12$557
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Fri 3/67:10 pm
SFO
-
RAK
1 stop32h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 3/191:20 pm
RAK
-
SFO
1 stop34h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/10$563
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 9/217:10 am
SFO
-
ALG
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/201:40 am
ALG
-
SFO
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$564
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Fri 2/207:10 pm
SFO
-
RAK
1 stop32h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 3/112:45 pm
RAK
-
SFO
1 stop33h 50m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/11$564
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/3011:05 pm
SFO
-
CAI
2 stops41h 10m
ITA Airways
Tue 4/143:45 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop18h 30m
ITA Airways
Deal found 2/10$567
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2211:05 am
SFO
-
ALG
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/176:05 am
ALG
-
SFO
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$569
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 4/73:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
ITA Airways
Tue 4/284:45 am
CAI
-
SFO
2 stops24h 34m
ITA Airways
Deal found 2/11$570
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 4/77:40 pm
SFO
-
RAK
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/223:10 pm
RAK
-
SFO
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$570
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 4/74:35 pm
SFO
-
RAK
1 stop15h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 4/1611:45 am
RAK
-
SFO
1 stop37h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/10$571

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated February 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$520
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$275
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,087
From San Francisco to Africa
One-way flight from San Francisco to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($119 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Africa that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 7/21

3:15 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Wed 8/19

4:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$596

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Sat 3/14

4:05 pm-12:05 am

1 stop24h 00m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Wed 4/15

4:55 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops34h 02m

$602

San FranciscoMarrakech

SFO - RAK

SFORAK

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

7:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop30h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 4/28

9:40 am-4:15 pm

1 stop38h 35m

$610

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

11:55 am-10:45 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 4/28

1:40 am-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$614

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

6:15 am-1:05 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Mon 4/13

12:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops43h 04m

$615

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Mon 7/13

3:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Wed 9/23

4:25 am-7:05 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$616

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

4:05 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Mon 3/23

5:20 am-2:05 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$618

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

11:55 am-10:45 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Mon 4/20

12:20 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$620

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

9:55 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Mon 4/13

8:50 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$623

San FranciscoMarrakech

SFO - RAK

SFORAK

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

2:55 pm-7:10 am

1 stop33h 15m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 3/18

8:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$623

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Africa (average of $395). Flying from San Francisco to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $867). 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.

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 February 13, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Air France, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Africa?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Africa, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Africa?

    Airlines like ITA Airways, SWISS, and Iberia fly from San Francisco to Africa in about 16h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 45m. The distance between San Francisco and Africa is about 6233 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $176. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and Air France, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Africa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Africa?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Africa (average of $395). Flying from San Francisco to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $867). 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 San Francisco to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$395Average$1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$486Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$492Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$496Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$553Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
KLMCheapest$554Average$1,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$554Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$574Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$611Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$617Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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