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$323+ 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Tue 7/15
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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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$765
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$323
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,612
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Turkish Airlines 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2212:40 pmSFO - ALG
1 stop37h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/1010:25 pmALG - SFO
1 stop20h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$765
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/38:25 pmSFO - CMN
1 stop16h 35mKLM
Sun 9/76:20 pmCMN - SFO
1 stop26h 30mKLM
Deal found 7/1$777
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/178:25 pmSFO - CMN
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Tue 10/285:55 amCMN - SFO
1 stop16h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/1$780
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/102:40 pmSFO - CMN
1 stop25h 50mLufthansa
Wed 9/241:25 amCMN - SFO
1 stop19h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 7/1$783
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/611:00 pmSFO - CMN
2 stops48h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/141:25 amCMN - SFO
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$789
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/810:50 pmSFO - ALG
2 stops40h 10mITA Airways
Wed 8/2711:05 amALG - SFO
1 stop34h 20mITA Airways
Deal found 7/1$790
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/178:30 amSFO - CMN
1 stop14h 45mAir Canada
Tue 10/289:35 amCMN - SFO
1 stop19h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$800
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/315:45 pmSFO - CMN
1 stop15h 35mIberia
Thu 9/1112:40 pmCMN - SFO
2 stops19h 19mIberia
Deal found 7/1$801
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/202:30 pmSFO - CMN
2 stops18h 50mAir France
Wed 10/17:30 amCMN - SFO
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Deal found 7/2$802
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/92:40 pmSFO - ALG
1 stop24h 55mLufthansa
Tue 1/63:00 amALG - SFO
1 stop18h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 7/2$806
This Flightnetwork 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/211:20 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/295:20 amCAI - SFO
2 stops26h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$806
This ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/224:00 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops48h 15mITA Airways
Tue 8/195:55 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop29h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 7/2$807

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 3, 2025.
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

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Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

12:40 pm-10:00 am

1 stop37h 20m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Fri 10/10

10:25 pm-10:35 am

1 stop20h 10m

$765

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

8:25 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sun 9/7

6:20 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$777

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

8:25 pm-9:15 am

1 stop28h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 10/28

5:55 am-2:35 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$780

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

2:40 pm-12:30 am

1 stop25h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 9/23

1:25 am-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$783

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

11:00 pm-7:15 am

2 stops48h 15m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 10/14

1:25 am-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$789

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

8:30 am-7:15 am

1 stop14h 45m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 10/28

9:35 am-9:22 pm

1 stop19h 47m

$800

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Thu 7/31

5:45 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 9/11

12:40 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 19m

$801

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

2:30 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 10/1

7:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$802

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

2:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 1/6

3:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$806

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Fri 11/21

1:20 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Cairo

Sat 11/29

5:20 am-9:22 pm

2 stops26h 02m

$806

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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 $1,689). 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 July 3, 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.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Delta 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $408. However, be on the lookout for offers from ITA Airways and Vueling, 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 - Casablanca Mohamed V.

  • 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 $1,689). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$464Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
IberiaCheapest$588Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$618Average$1,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$635Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$635Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$649Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$651Average$1,451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$655Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$666Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air CanadaCheapest$680Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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