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$294+ 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated November 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$486
(Virgin Atlantic)

One-way from

$294
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,291
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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 November 17, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Mon 12/14:35 pmSFO - RAK
1 stop14h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/94:50 pmRAK - SFO
1 stop30h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/16$551
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/174:35 pmSFO - RAK
1 stop14h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/24:50 pmRAK - SFO
1 stop30h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/15$594
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/178:25 amSFO - RAK
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/210:25 pmRAK - SFO
3 stops31h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$598
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/43:05 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 10mITA Airways
Wed 12/174:35 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 11/16$600
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/34:35 pmSFO - RAK
1 stop34h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 12/111:20 pmRAK - SFO
1 stop35h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/17$600
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/198:30 amSFO - RAK
3 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2710:25 pmRAK - SFO
3 stops32h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$613
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Thu 12/43:05 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 10mITA Airways
Wed 12/104:35 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 11/17$628
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:25 amSFO - RAK
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/118:45 amRAK - SFO
2 stops21h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$631
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Sat 11/294:35 pmSFO - RAK
1 stop17h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 12/54:50 pmRAK - SFO
1 stop30h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/16$632
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:05 pmSFO - RAK
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1711:10 pmRAK - SFO
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$636
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Thu 12/43:05 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 10mITA Airways
Tue 12/95:55 pmCAI - SFO
2 stops36h 24mITA Airways
Deal found 11/17$639
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Sun 11/1610:43 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops32h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/224:35 amCAI - SFO
2 stops24h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$643

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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 November 17, 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

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 3/24

7:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Mon 3/30

12:50 am-10:45 am

1 stop17h 55m

$687

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

6:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Mon 4/27

12:50 am-10:45 am

1 stop17h 55m

$687

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

6:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Wed 3/25

11:00 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$713

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

12:50 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 4/28

12:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$714

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

4:15 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 20m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 4/30

7:30 am-10:31 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$717

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

6:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Sat 4/11

12:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$742

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

11:59 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops35h 11m

Cairo

Tue 3/10

1:55 am-8:55 pm

2 stops52h 00m

$755

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

3:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 30m

Cairo

Sun 2/22

2:10 am-1:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$756

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

3:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 30m

Cairo

Thu 3/19

2:10 am-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$756

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

3:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 30m

Cairo

Tue 3/10

2:10 am-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$756

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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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 $468). Flying from San Francisco to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $853). 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 November 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Africa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 17, 2025.
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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,489 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,046 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,528 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from San Francisco to Africa in about 19h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 51m. The distance between San Francisco and Africa is about 5983 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 Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $423. However, be on the lookout for offers from SAUDIA and KLM, 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?

    The most popular route from San Francisco to Africa is San Francisco - Cairo. You may also consider San Francisco - Sun City Resort Pilansberg or San Francisco - Cape Town Intl.

  • 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 $468). Flying from San Francisco to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $853). 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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$554Average$1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$554Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$572Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$589Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$620Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$626Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$632Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$651Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$688Average$1,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$697Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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