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$484+ 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 6/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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Cheap flight deals from Africa to California

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 May 5, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Wed 8/52:55 pm
CMN
-
LAX
1 stop33h 10m
SAUDIA
Mon 8/179:00 pm
LAX
-
CMN
1 stop32h 05m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/3$779
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 5/134:45 am
CAI
-
LAX
2 stops26h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/185:30 pm
LAX
-
CAI
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$804
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 10/610:30 am
CAI
-
LAX
2 stops21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2710:55 pm
LAX
-
CAI
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$805
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/31:50 am
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop24h 15m
SAUDIA
Thu 6/119:00 pm
LAX
-
CAI
1 stop22h 35m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/2$806
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/203:55 am
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop21h 20m
Lufthansa
Wed 5/275:30 pm
LAX
-
CAI
1 stop23h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/30$807
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 10/15:25 am
CAI
-
LAX
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/1012:20 pm
LAX
-
CAI
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$808
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sun 8/97:10 pm
CMN
-
LAX
1 stop28h 55m
SAUDIA
Thu 8/209:00 pm
LAX
-
CMN
1 stop24h 40m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/1$809
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/15:55 pm
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop29h 20m
ITA Airways
Wed 11/253:20 pm
LAX
-
CAI
1 stop24h 55m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/2$809
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Thu 5/213:40 am
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/104:10 pm
LAX
-
CAI
2 stops24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$810
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 5/274:45 pm
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/174:10 pm
LAX
-
CAI
2 stops24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$811
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/273:55 am
CAI
-
LAX
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/3110:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
2 stops42h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$812
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/303:40 am
CAI
-
LAX
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1610:25 pm
LAX
-
CAI
2 stops43h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$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 May 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$779
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$475
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,002

Good round-trip deal

$895 or less

Good one-way deal

$478 or less
From Africa to California
One-way flight from Africa to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Africa to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Africa to California.

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

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Tue 7/7

5:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop29h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

$842

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Tue 6/23

6:10 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

2:16 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops40h 59m

$846

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Fri 6/19

4:40 am-9:29 pm

2 stops26h 49m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/5

3:05 pm-3:05 am

1 stop26h 00m

$877

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Thu 5/14

4:30 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/16

6:40 pm-3:05 am

1 stop22h 25m

$887

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Tue 5/26

4:15 am-4:15 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/14

3:15 pm-1:30 am

1 stop24h 15m

$894

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Sun 6/21

7:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

3:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$909

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Sat 5/16

4:50 am-7:41 pm

2 stops24h 51m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/30

12:15 pm-2:10 am

2 stops27h 55m

$911

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Thu 8/20

4:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop18h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 9/22

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

$917

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Sun 6/7

5:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop29h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

$918

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Wed 6/10

4:20 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

5:10 am-3:20 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$921

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to California

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

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

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Africa to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to California (average of $979). Flying from Africa to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,255). 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.

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 May 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Air France, andTurkish Airlines from Africa to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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 26h 49m. ITA Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $877. 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 KLM, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $261. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to California (average of $979). Flying from Africa to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,255). 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 May 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$420Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$434Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$438Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$573Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$603Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$635Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$639Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
SWISSCheapest$640Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LOTCheapest$697Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$708Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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