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$496+ Cheap flights from Africa to San Francisco (SFO)

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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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Cheap flight deals from Africa to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Africa to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 5, 2026.

This ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/54:45 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop18h 30m
ITA Airways
Tue 7/73:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/2$832
This ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/54:45 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop18h 30m
ITA Airways
Mon 8/33:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/3$833
This ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/65:55 pm
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop29h 20m
ITA Airways
Wed 7/83:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/2$834
This ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/84:45 am
CAI
-
SFO
2 stops23h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/710:15 am
SFO
-
CAI
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$838
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/235:55 pm
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop29h 20m
ITA Airways
Tue 9/153:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/4$842
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/94:45 am
CAI
-
SFO
2 stops26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/73:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$843
This ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/254:45 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop18h 30m
ITA Airways
Tue 9/153:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/4$857
This ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/65:55 pm
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop29h 20m
ITA Airways
Sat 8/13:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/3$858
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 6/235:55 pm
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop29h 20m
ITA Airways
Wed 9/163:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
ITA Airways
Deal found 5/4$859
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/235:55 pm
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/1510:03 am
SFO
-
CAI
2 stops30h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$860
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/164:45 am
CAI
-
SFO
1 stop18h 30m
ITA Airways
Sun 5/173:15 pm
SFO
-
CAI
1 stop25h 00m
ITA Airways
Deal found 4/30$868
This SAUDIA 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/83:35 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops28h 14m
SAUDIA
Mon 7/1311:50 pm
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops40h 00m
SAUDIA
Deal found 4/30$909

Find flight deals from Africa to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated May 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$832
(ITA Airways)

One-way from

$496
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,063
From Africa to San Francisco
One-way flight from Africa to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Africa to San Francisco 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 May 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to San Francisco that are best for you.

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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

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

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

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Thu 6/11

4:45 am-5:47 pm

2 stops23h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 10/7

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

$923

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Tue 6/23

2:15 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

12:22 pm-12:15 am

2 stops25h 53m

$974

AlexandriaSan Francisco

HBE - SFO

HBESFO

Alexandria Borg El Arab

Wed 6/10

3:45 am-10:50 am

1 stop17h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 7/31

6:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop28h 15m

$1,009

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Fri 5/15

4:10 am-9:30 pm

2 stops27h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 7/21

5:55 am-1:30 am

2 stops33h 35m

$1,021

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Fri 6/5

5:55 pm-5:42 pm

2 stops33h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,038

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Mon 5/18

6:10 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop32h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 6/1

7:35 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop35h 40m

$1,046

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Africa to San Francisco

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

Booking 4 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Africa to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to San Francisco (average of $285). Flying from Africa to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $747). 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 San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated May 5, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Air France, andTurkish Airlines from Africa to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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 San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Africa?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Africa. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.0 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Africa to San Francisco?

    A quick flight from Africa to San Francisco can take about 17h 05m. ITA Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,009. The distance from Africa to San Francisco is about 7365 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $378 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include ITA Airways from $429 and Qatar Airways from $461 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Africa to San Francisco?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Africa to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Africa to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to San Francisco (average of $285). Flying from Africa to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $747). 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 San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to San Francisco. 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$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$561Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$573Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$635Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$709Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$738Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$743Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$842Average$1,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$906Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$945Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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