Africa

$365+ 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
May 10 — May 171
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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 April 10, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/73:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/125:55 pm
CAI
-
SFO
2 stops36h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$626
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/158:26 am
SFO
-
CAI
2 stops22h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/244:45 am
CAI
-
SFO
2 stops25h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$628
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1612:55 pm
SFO
-
ALG
1 stop24h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/3010:45 pm
ALG
-
SFO
1 stop20h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6$640
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Thu 4/236:45 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop23h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/3010:15 pm
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop22h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5$640
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 4/1612:55 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/232:15 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop24h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8$641
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/294:05 pm
SFO
-
CAI
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/175:55 pm
CAI
-
SFO
2 stops34h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$644
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 10/86:45 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop23h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/166:05 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop20h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8$666
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Wed 4/226:45 pm
SFO
-
ALG
1 stop31h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 6/56:05 pm
ALG
-
SFO
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5$667
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/312:55 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/66:05 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop20h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6$668
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 12/316:50 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 1/182:20 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop18h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8$669
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Sun 10/116:45 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop23h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/276:25 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop21h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/9$670
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/266:45 pm
SFO
-
ALG
1 stop31h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/1810:45 pm
ALG
-
SFO
1 stop25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/7$674

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 April 10, 2026.

Round-trip from

$626
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$365
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,250
From San Francisco to Africa
One-way flight from San Francisco to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($130 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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 April 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Africa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

8:10 pm-2:10 am

1 stop20h 00m

Cairo

Mon 5/25

4:10 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$761

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

2:43 pm-2:10 am

2 stops25h 27m

Cairo

Tue 5/26

4:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$766

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

7:15 am-2:10 am

2 stops32h 55m

Cairo

Sun 5/17

4:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$766

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

2:57 pm-2:10 am

2 stops25h 13m

Cairo

Sun 5/10

4:10 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$766

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

2:43 pm-2:10 am

2 stops25h 27m

Cairo

Tue 5/26

4:15 am-12:27 am

2 stops30h 12m

$775

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

2:57 pm-1:10 am

2 stops25h 13m

Cairo

Mon 5/25

4:10 am-3:56 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$776

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

2:57 pm-1:10 am

2 stops25h 13m

Cairo

Fri 5/29

4:10 am-6:23 pm

2 stops24h 13m

$776

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

11:39 pm-1:10 am

2 stops40h 31m

Cairo

Wed 5/6

4:10 am-10:26 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$781

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sun 5/17

5:55 pm-2:10 am

2 stops22h 15m

Cairo

Wed 6/3

3:25 am-4:57 pm

2 stops23h 32m

$788

San FranciscoTunis

SFO - TUN

SFOTUN

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

12:55 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop25h 50m

Tunis Carthage

Mon 9/21

11:45 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 05m

$794

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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 $395). Flying from San Francisco to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $771). 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 April 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Air France, andUnited 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

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 11.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Airlines like TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Turkish Airlines, and KLM fly from San Francisco to Africa in about 20h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 55m. The distance between San Francisco and Africa is about 7454 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 $771). 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 April 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$484Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$486Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$496Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$554Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$581Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$582Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IberiaCheapest$588Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$680Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air EuropaCheapest$680Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SAUDIACheapest$751Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%

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