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$455+ 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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Africa to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to California flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$695
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$455
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,012
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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 September 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:50 amCAI - LAS
2 stops24h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/258:05 amLAS - CAI
2 stops22h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$695
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 12/162:10 amCAI - LAX
1 stop26h 35mDelta
Mon 1/57:55 amLAX - CAI
2 stops30h 40mDelta
Deal found 9/14$728
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 12/152:10 amCAI - LAX
1 stop23h 55mDelta
Tue 1/69:35 amLAX - CAI
2 stops28h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/14$729
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1312:10 pmCAI - LAX
1 stop36h 10mLOT
Tue 12/94:15 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop20h 15mLOT
Deal found 9/14$730
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/245:05 amCAI - LAX
1 stop19h 30mLOT
Mon 10/64:35 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop25h 20mLOT
Deal found 9/15$731
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/243:10 amCAI - LAX
1 stop26h 55mLOT
Sat 11/2910:20 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop38h 10mLOT
Deal found 9/15$733
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 12/182:10 amCAI - LAX
2 stops25h 25mDelta
Mon 2/163:25 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop22h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/14$734
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1312:10 pmCAI - LAX
1 stop18h 10mLOT
Wed 1/1410:20 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop38h 10mLOT
Deal found 9/14$736
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/159:40 pmCAI - LAX
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/147:55 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop27h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$740
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/123:10 amCAI - LAX
1 stop21h 25mLOT
Wed 10/2911:20 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop38h 10mLOT
Deal found 9/13$742
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/301:10 pmCAI - LAX
1 stop36h 10mLOT
Wed 2/410:20 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop38h 10mLOT
Deal found 9/14$744
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 12/162:10 amCAI - LAX
1 stop26h 35mAir France
Thu 1/86:20 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop20h 50mAir France
Deal found 9/14$746

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to California that are best for you.

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Africa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoLas Vegas

CAI - LAS

CAILAS

Cairo

Tue 11/18

6:50 am-9:13 pm

2 stops24h 23m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/25

10:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$695

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Thu 12/18

2:10 am-6:45 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/6

5:45 am-12:10 am

2 stops32h 25m

$729

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Sun 10/12

3:10 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/29

11:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$775

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Tue 10/7

3:30 am-4:58 pm

2 stops23h 28m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

11:43 am-1:30 am

2 stops27h 47m

$783

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Tue 11/11

2:10 am-8:47 pm

2 stops28h 37m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/7

7:20 am-12:10 am

2 stops30h 50m

$783

CairoLas Vegas

CAI - LAS

CAILAS

Cairo

Wed 2/18

6:50 am-10:33 pm

2 stops25h 43m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 2/22

6:35 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$790

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Mon 10/13

5:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop29h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/29

4:20 pm-3:15 am

1 stop24h 55m

$794

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Mon 9/29

3:30 am-7:50 am

2 stops38h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/15

4:35 pm-12:10 am

2 stops21h 35m

$803

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Wed 10/1

3:30 am-11:55 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/15

4:35 pm-12:10 am

2 stops21h 35m

$803

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Thu 11/13

5:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/7

6:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop22h 55m

$806

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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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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 $246). Flying from Africa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Africa to California as you normally would.

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 September 15, 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
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
634 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
1,469 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,361 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 21h 25m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $775. The distance between Africa and California is about 7587 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 Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $501. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Royal Air Maroc, 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 $246). Flying from Africa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$536Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air CanadaCheapest$554Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$639Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
SWISSCheapest$640Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$640Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$640Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$655Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$663Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LOTCheapest$689Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
KLMCheapest$709Average$1,353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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