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$341+ Cheap flights from the United States to Africa

LAX — JNB
Oct 10 — Oct 171
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Cheapest flights from USA to Africa

Wed 11/2510:05 pm -
1 stop14h 25m
Fri 11/279:15 am -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 9/9$687
Sat 10/107:15 pm -
1 stop16h 05m
Sun 12/205:00 am -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 9/10$688
Thu 10/11:00 am -
1 stop14h 00m
Sat 10/315:00 am -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 9/9$689
Wed 10/1411:45 pm -
1 stop30h 10m
Tue 11/312:45 pm -
1 stop12h 30m
Deal found 9/5$690
Mon 9/144:55 pm -
1 stop14h 00m
Fri 10/1611:30 am -
1 stop12h 25m
Deal found 9/10$693
Sun 10/49:50 pm -
1 stop20h 30m
Sat 10/1012:25 am -
1 stop18h 10m
Deal found 9/9$694
Tue 12/810:30 pm -
2 stops31h 35m
Mon 12/141:45 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Deal found 9/6$695
Sun 11/110:05 pm -
1 stop15h 45m
Tue 11/179:15 am -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 9/8$696
Wed 9/93:30 pm -
2 stops15h 25m
Wed 10/712:30 pm -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 9/8$697
Mon 11/99:30 pm -
1 stop13h 35m
Wed 11/185:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 9/9$698
Tue 11/311:30 pm -
1 stop11h 35m
Fri 11/205:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 9/7$699
Thu 10/151:30 pm -
2 stops24h 30m
Fri 11/612:45 pm -
1 stop12h 30m
Deal found 9/8$700

Find flight deals from USA to Africa

Round-trip from

$687
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$341
(Kissandfly.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,428

Good round-trip deal

$630 or less

Good one-way deal

$355 or less
From USA to Africa
One-way flight from USA to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($122 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Africa.
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NewarkCairo

EWR Newark - CAI Cairo

EWRCAI

Newark

Sun 12/6

11:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop34h 55m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$363

New YorkCairo

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CAI Cairo

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/9

2:00 pm-2:50 am

1 stop29h 50m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$368

NewarkCairo

EWR Newark - CAI Cairo

EWRCAI

Newark

Fri 10/2

11:55 pm-1:30 am

1 stop18h 35m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$370

New YorkCairo

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CAI Cairo

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/6

7:15 pm-1:30 am

1 stop23h 15m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$370

New YorkCairo

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CAI Cairo

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/6

1:00 am-1:30 am

1 stop17h 30m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$370

New YorkCairo

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CAI Cairo

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/13

1:00 am-1:30 am

1 stop17h 30m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$370

New YorkCairo

LGA New York LaGuardia - CAI Cairo

LGACAI

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/16

2:55 pm-1:30 am

2 stops27h 35m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$374

New YorkCairo

LGA New York LaGuardia - CAI Cairo

LGACAI

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/10

6:00 pm-1:30 am

2 stops24h 30m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$374

New YorkCairo

LGA New York LaGuardia - CAI Cairo

LGACAI

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/14

4:00 pm-1:30 am

2 stops26h 30m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$374

New YorkCairo

LGA New York LaGuardia - CAI Cairo

LGACAI

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/20

9:59 am-1:30 am

2 stops32h 31m

Cairo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$374

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from USA with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Africa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Africa (average of $1,022). Flying from USA to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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 US to AF?

It’s optimal to fly from USA to Africa at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How far ahead should I book a flight from USA to Africa?

The best time to book flights from USA to Africa is 26 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to Africa?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to Africa, such as Delta,Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports serve Africa from the USA?

    Most major, international airports in the United States service flights to Africa. The airport you choose will depend on the state you are leaving from and the destination country. Choosing to leave from a major airport will offer you the largest selection of routes and often, the lowest fares. Because of the closer proximity to Africa, east coast cities will offer shorter flight times and lower prices. Some airports to consider are John F Kennedy Airport (JFK ) in New York City and Washington Dulles International (IAD). If you are leaving from the west coast, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a major airport that will offer many flight options. JFK is a hub for Delta and American Airlines and LAX is a hub for American, United, and Delta Air Lines.

  • Which airlines fly directly from the USA to Africa?

    There are several major airlines and different origin cities that offer nonstop flights to Africa. Leaving from a major east coast city, such as New York or Washington DC, will give you the most nonstop flight options. United recently launched a year-round, daily nonstop from Newark Liberty International Airport (NWR) to Johannesburg, South Africa. Egypt Air operates nonstop flights leaving from Los Angeles (LAX) on the west coast and Washington DC (IAD) on the east coast.

  • What are the layover options between the USA and Africa?

    In general, flights heading from the US to countries in Africa will connect in either Europe or the Middle East. The most popular routes flying through Europe have layovers in Zurich, Frankfurt, Rome, and Lisbon. Flying a route through the Middle East might include layovers in Doha, Dubai, or Istanbul. If you are leaving from a city on the west coast, such as Los Angeles, your layover cities might include Boston or Toronto. The layover times vary in length, ranging from several hours to more than ten hours. If you find yourself with a six-hour or longer layover in Istanbul, you can take advantage of one of the free city tours that the airport provides.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from the USA to Africa?

    A valid passport is required to enter all African countries. As an American passport holder, you can enter many African countries without a visa while others will require you to have a visa for entry. The latter include Tanzania, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. However, the process is quite simple as the visa can be done on arrival. Although a visa on arrival is an option, it is recommended to apply beforehand to save yourself time at immigration when you arrive. Tourist visas are given on arrival provided that US passport holders can produce a return airline ticket and evidence of sufficient funds for the entire duration of their stay.

  • Are there alternative sustainable ways to get to Africa from the USA?

    If you are looking to travel from the United States of America to Africa, the most sustainable mode of transportation is by flight. A flight is more sustainable since it offers a fast means to get to your destination as well as a more fuel-economical option. The use of ships combined with road transportation will use more fuel to get you to Africa from the USA, making them less sustainable. Therefore, the most sustainable mode of transportation from the USA to Africa is flights.

  • What can I do to reduce environmental pollution when traveling from the USA to Africa?

    If you intend to travel from the United States of America to Africa, there are several steps you can take to minimize or avoid environmental pollution. Firstly, you can think about avoiding the use of plastic baggage as well as items when traveling the route. Items such as plastic food carriers and plastic carrier bags are known to pollute most airports, making them less sustainable. Instead, you can consider using other carrier bags made from degradable material such as leather. Finally, you can think about securing direct flights rather than those having one or more stopovers. This reduces the total amount of fuel consumed for the journey.

  • What can I look for to identify a sustainable airline from the USA to Africa?

    When you have to fly from the USA to Africa, you can consider checking an airline’s SAF certification. This will help you identify an airline that is fuel-efficient regarding the type of fuel used. In addition, you can identify a sustainable airline by narrowing down on the type of engines used by the airplanes. Modern planes use more fuel-efficient engines in their planes, making them more sustainable.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from USA to Africa in 14h. Fly via Delta, Turkish Airlines, or SAUDIA to get the fastest option. The distance from USA to Africa is about 3598 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Royal Jordanian. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $52. Users have also found prices from $94 and $96 on Ethiopian Air and Air France, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Africa (average of $1,022). Flying from USA to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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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Alternative routes for USA to Africa

Top 10 airlines flying from USA to Africa

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$110Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
FinnairCheapest$323Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
CondorCheapest$380Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$429Average$1,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air EuropaCheapest$461Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Royal JordanianCheapest$497Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
SWISSCheapest$504Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$563Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Gulf AirCheapest$650Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LEVELCheapest$654Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

Helpful tips for your next trip to Africa

  • The flight route from the USA to Africa is serviced by many airlines, most of which comply with sustainability standards. For instance, American Airlines focuses on using natural materials efficiently and minimizing fuel use and noise pollution.
  • The United States of America is strict when it comes to environmental conservation measures placed for aircraft. All aircraft departing the USA for Africa must meet the carbon emission standards by incorporating fuel-saving methods into their operations.
  • The USA is served by major airports such as Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Denver International Airport (DEN). These airports are known to enforce strict sustainability measures. These include the control of engine efficiency on planes, aerodynamics of planes resulting in fuel consumption, and active noise pollution.

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