Africa

$350+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Africa

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מאי 3 — מאי 101
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Cheap 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 אפריל 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$718
(British Airways)

One-way from

$397
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,460
From San Francisco to Africa
One-way flight from San Francisco 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 ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 אפריל 28, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ד' 11/194:05 pmSFO - RAK
2 stops40h 05mBritish Airways
ב' 12/85:00 pmRAK - SFO
1 stop31h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/27$664
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
ו' 12/54:35 pmSFO - RAK
1 stop15h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
ו' 12/124:50 pmRAK - SFO
1 stop30h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/28$671
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ו' 8/11:17 pmSFO - ALG
2 stops21h 13mBritish Airways
ב' 8/258:50 pmALG - SFO
1 stop25h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/26$718
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
א' 5/186:45 pmSFO - ALG
1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines
ג' 6/36:00 pmALG - SFO
1 stop24h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$723
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ש' 5/1010:45 pmSFO - ALG
2 stops33h 15mITA Airways
ג' 6/104:55 pmALG - SFO
1 stop28h 20mITA Airways
Deal found 4/28$731
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
א' 5/188:00 pmSFO - ALG
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
ד' 6/45:00 pmALG - SFO
2 stops39h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$750
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ג' 7/2210:55 amSFO - ALG
2 stops17h 30mAir France
ג' 9/309:45 amALG - SFO
2 stops21h 35mAir France
Deal found 4/27$757
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ג' 9/98:10 pmSFO - ALG
2 stops37h 05mIberia
ג' 11/112:05 pmALG - SFO
2 stops39h 50mIberia
Deal found 4/27$762
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
א' 5/184:35 pmSFO - ALG
2 stops46h 50mAir Canada
ה' 6/52:50 pmALG - SFO
2 stops36h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$780
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
ה' 9/256:45 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines
ה' 10/910:10 amCAI - SFO
1 stop34h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$782
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ב' 5/123:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mITA Airways
ב' 5/264:45 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 4/27$784
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ב' 7/2810:14 amSFO - CMN
2 stops17h 51mAmerican Airlines
ב' 8/255:55 pmCMN - SFO
1 stop30h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$789

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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 אפריל 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

ו' 8/1

1:17 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops21h 13m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

ב' 8/25

8:50 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$718

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

א' 5/18

6:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

ד' 6/4

6:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$723

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

ש' 5/10

10:45 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

ג' 6/10

4:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$731

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

א' 5/18

8:00 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

ד' 6/4

5:00 pm-12:19 am

2 stops39h 19m

$750

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

ג' 7/22

10:55 am-12:25 pm

2 stops17h 30m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

ג' 9/30

9:45 am-11:20 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$757

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

ג' 9/9

8:10 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

ג' 11/11

2:05 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops39h 50m

$762

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

א' 5/18

4:35 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops46h 50m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

ה' 6/5

2:50 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops36h 48m

$780

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

ה' 9/25

6:45 pm-9:15 am

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

ה' 10/9

10:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop34h 25m

$782

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

ב' 5/12

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

Cairo

ב' 5/26

4:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$784

San FranciscoMarrakech

SFO - RAK

SFORAK

San Francisco

ג' 5/27

7:30 am-8:20 pm

3 stops28h 50m

Marrakech Menara

ג' 6/3

10:05 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$786

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/27

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Africa

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 $1,173). Flying from San Francisco to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 SFO to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 אפריל 28, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Africa by month

Plan your trip to Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Africa by month

Plan your trip to Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 אפריל 28, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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

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  • 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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Vueling, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $397. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Iberia, 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 $1,173). Flying from San Francisco to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 אפריל 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$597Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$617Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$618Average$1,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$655Average$1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$670Average$1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
VuelingCheapest$681Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$683Average$1,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$688Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$695Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$712Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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