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$465+ Cheap flights from Africa to California

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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to California flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$711
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$465
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,049
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Cheapest flights from Africa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 11/158:40 pmCAI - LAX
1 stop24h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 2/86:45 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$711
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/31:00 amCAI - LAX
1 stop24h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 12/88:00 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop19h 30mSAUDIA
Deal found 10/29$712
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:35 pmCAI - LAX
1 stop26h 30mSAUDIA
Mon 1/198:00 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop19h 30mSAUDIA
Deal found 10/30$714
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/124:35 amCAI - LAX
2 stops22h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2711:30 amLAX - CAI
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$717
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/196:25 pmCAI - LAX
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/262:10 pmLAX - CAI
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$718
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 11/252:20 amCAI - LAX
1 stop24h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/296:45 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop28h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$719
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/142:20 amCAI - LAX
1 stop18h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/311:05 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop28h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$720
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/86:25 pmCAI - LAX
1 stop32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/13:05 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$722
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 11/215:40 pmCAI - LAX
2 stops37h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/412:30 pmLAX - CAI
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$723
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 12/25:20 amCAI - LAX
2 stops25h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/2411:30 amLAX - CAI
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$724
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/141:55 amCAI - LAX
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2711:30 amLAX - CAI
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$728
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/209:25 amCAI - LAX
2 stops36h 23mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/510:30 pmLAX - CAI
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$729

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Africa to California 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Africa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Wed 3/11

1:35 am-9:12 pm

2 stops28h 37m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/25

7:45 am-12:15 am

2 stops31h 30m

$754

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Sun 2/15

1:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

4:00 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$760

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Sun 3/29

3:45 am-1:05 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

3:00 pm-3:05 am

1 stop26h 05m

$760

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Tue 2/10

1:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

4:00 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$760

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Fri 2/13

1:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

4:48 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops19h 22m

$765

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Wed 2/11

1:35 am-1:05 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/18

10:43 am-9:00 pm

2 stops25h 17m

$765

TunisLos Angeles

TUN - LAX

TUNLAX

Tunis Carthage

Tue 2/10

7:30 am-1:05 pm

2 stops38h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

8:40 am-1:35 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$769

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Wed 12/3

1:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/8

8:00 pm-1:30 am

1 stop19h 30m

$770

TunisLos Angeles

TUN - LAX

TUNLAX

Tunis Carthage

Tue 3/10

5:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/16

7:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$772

TunisLos Angeles

TUN - LAX

TUNLAX

Tunis Carthage

Thu 3/26

7:00 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/30

3:15 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$774

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to California

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Africa to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to California (average of $474). Flying from Africa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $656). 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 AF to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Africa to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Africa to California flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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 California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, SAUDIA, and Air France from Africa to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
638 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,033 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,488 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Africa to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Africa to California?

    A quick flight from Africa to California can take about 16h 40m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $772. The distance between Africa and California is about 6529 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is SAUDIA, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $493. However, be on the lookout for offers from LOT and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Africa to California for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to California (average of $474). Flying from Africa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $656). 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 Africa to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to California. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$533Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air CanadaCheapest$554Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$639Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
SWISSCheapest$640Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$640Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$640Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$655Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$657Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$662Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LOTCheapest$683Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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