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$417+ 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:00 pmTUN - LAX
1 stop27h 30mITA Airways
Wed 2/43:20 pmLAX - TUN
1 stop17h 45mITA Airways
Deal found 12/15$764
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/234:35 pmCAI - LAX
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/157:10 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$765
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:40 amCAI - LAX
2 stops23h 23mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/47:10 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$780
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:45 amCAI - LAX
2 stops23h 18mLufthansa
Wed 1/145:30 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop20h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 12/15$781
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:55 pmCAI - LAX
1 stop29h 35mITA Airways
Sun 2/13:20 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop24h 55mITA Airways
Deal found 12/15$782
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:55 amCAI - LAX
2 stops22h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/257:10 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$783
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/234:35 pmCAI - LAX
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/107:45 amLAX - CAI
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$789
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/2610:45 amCAI - LAX
2 stops23h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1410:55 pmLAX - CAI
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$793
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:55 amCAI - LAX
2 stops22h 58mLufthansa
Tue 3/104:00 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop20h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 12/14$797
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:55 amCAI - LAX
2 stops22h 58mLufthansa
Wed 2/253:00 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop20h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 12/14$799
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:25 pmCAI - LAX
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/107:45 amLAX - CAI
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$800
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:00 pmTUN - LAX
1 stop27h 30mITA Airways
Sun 2/13:20 pmLAX - TUN
1 stop17h 40mITA Airways
Deal found 12/15$813

Find flight deals from Africa to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$711
(Expedia)

One-way from

$417
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,160
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 December 16, 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

Mon 2/2

6:50 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

4:30 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops38h 40m

$712

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Tue 4/21

5:10 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

4:30 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$714

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Thu 3/5

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/16

3:05 pm-2:40 am

1 stop25h 35m

$730

TunisLos Angeles

TUN - LAX

TUNLAX

Tunis Carthage

Thu 1/22

11:25 am-1:30 pm

1 stop35h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

3:20 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$735

AlgiersSan Francisco

ALG - SFO

ALGSFO

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Thu 1/29

10:05 am-9:22 pm

2 stops20h 17m

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

7:25 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$760

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Sun 3/8

1:55 am-2:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/19

6:40 pm-3:05 am

1 stop22h 25m

$763

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Sun 3/8

1:55 am-2:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/13

3:00 pm-3:05 am

1 stop26h 05m

$763

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Fri 1/23

1:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/30

3:00 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$763

CairoLas Vegas

CAI - LAS

CAILAS

Cairo

Fri 2/13

6:50 am-8:00 pm

2 stops47h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/16

12:20 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops48h 10m

$787

AlgiersSan Francisco

ALG - SFO

ALGSFO

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Mon 1/19

11:20 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops48h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

7:55 pm-8:25 am

1 stop27h 30m

$788

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/16

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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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 $657). 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 December 16, 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 15% 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 December 16, 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
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
647 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
1,506 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
4,102 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
7,582 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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 31h 45m. SWISS provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $712. 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 Vueling, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $369. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and SAUDIA, 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 $657). 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$528Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air CanadaCheapest$554Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$638Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$639Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
SWISSCheapest$640Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$640Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$655Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$683Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$708Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$709Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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