Cheap flights from Houston to Africa from $353

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
HOU — JNB
jun. 4 — jun. 111

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston to Africa?

To save on the cost of your flight from Houston to Africa, book at least 39 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 91% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,075 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,891.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Africa?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Africa. Flights to Africa from Houston in October are about $1,347 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $836.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IAH to AF?

When flying from Houston to Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Air France flights from Houston to Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between Houston and Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
lun. 10/285:05 pmIAH - CMN
1 stop16h 30mAir France
jue. 11/77:15 pmCMN - IAH
1 stop25h 50mAir France
Deal found 5/29$846
lun. 10/283:50 pmIAH - CMN
2 stops17h 45mAir France
jue. 11/77:15 pmCMN - IAH
1 stop25h 50mAir France
Deal found 5/29$851
jue. 10/315:05 pmIAH - CMN
1 stop22h 40mAir France
mié. 11/137:15 pmCMN - IAH
1 stop25h 50mAir France
Deal found 5/29$896
lun. 10/73:50 pmIAH - CMN
1 stop17h 00mAir France
mié. 10/236:20 pmCMN - IAH
1 stop25h 15mAir France
Deal found 5/29$931
lun. 10/73:25 pmIAH - CMN
2 stops17h 25mAir France
mié. 10/236:20 pmCMN - IAH
1 stop25h 15mAir France
Deal found 5/29$936
lun. 7/297:06 pmIAH - CMN
2 stops16h 14mAir France
lun. 8/196:20 pmCMN - IAH
1 stop25h 15mAir France
Deal found 5/29$1,051
mié. 6/55:15 amIAH - CAI
2 stops36h 15mAir France
jue. 6/203:30 amCAI - IAH
1 stop18h 05mAir France
Deal found 5/29$1,620
mié. 6/55:15 amIAH - CAI
2 stops36h 15mAir France
mié. 6/193:30 amCAI - IAH
2 stops26h 39mAir France
Deal found 5/29$1,630
vie. 6/77:15 pmIAH - LOS
2 stops20h 25mAir France
sáb. 6/2211:55 pmLOS - IAH
1 stop19h 40mAir France
Deal found 5/29$1,735

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from Houston to Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between Houston and Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
mié. 10/29:00 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop20h 40mTurkish Airlines
lun. 10/144:15 amNBO - IAH
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$812
mié. 9/189:00 pmIAH - CMN
1 stop35h 50mTurkish Airlines
mar. 9/244:45 pmCMN - IAH
1 stop32h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$937
mar. 9/178:55 pmIAH - CMN
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
vie. 9/274:45 pmCMN - IAH
1 stop32h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/30$968
vie. 8/238:55 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop20h 45mTurkish Airlines
mié. 9/184:15 amNBO - IAH
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$974
vie. 8/238:55 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop20h 45mTurkish Airlines
lun. 9/163:25 amNBO - IAH
1 stop41h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,001
vie. 8/168:55 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop15h 50mTurkish Airlines
sáb. 8/314:35 amCAI - IAH
1 stop22h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,137
mié. 6/59:00 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
mar. 6/189:40 pmCAI - IAH
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,624
mié. 6/59:00 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
jue. 6/202:10 amCAI - IAH
1 stop25h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,710

Cheap Houston to Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Houston to Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on mayo 30, 2024.
lun. 6/172:20 pmIAH - CAI
2 stops26h 50mIberia
lun. 12/167:10 amCAI - IAH
1 stop20h 45mIberia
Deal found 5/28$1,097
lun. 6/172:20 pmIAH - CAI
2 stops26h 50mIberia
lun. 12/1611:20 pmCAI - IAH
2 stops28h 35mIberia
Deal found 5/28$1,110
lun. 6/178:50 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop20h 20mIberia
lun. 12/167:10 amCAI - IAH
1 stop20h 45mIberia
Deal found 5/28$1,119
lun. 6/39:53 amIAH - CMN
2 stops20h 17mIberia
sáb. 8/3112:45 pmCMN - IAH
2 stops17h 54mIberia
Deal found 5/29$1,126
lun. 6/311:30 amIAH - CAI
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/93:10 amCAI - IAH
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,140
lun. 6/311:30 amIAH - CAI
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/104:45 pmCAI - IAH
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,154
dom. 6/166:27 pmIAH - CAI
2 stops22h 38mIberia
jue. 7/1811:20 pmCAI - IAH
2 stops27h 31mIberia
Deal found 5/29$1,201
lun. 6/176:27 pmHOU - CAI
2 stops46h 48mIberia
lun. 12/1611:20 pmCAI - HOU
2 stops28h 49mIberia
Deal found 5/28$1,214
lun. 6/34:37 pmIAH - CAI
3 stops25h 48mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/93:10 amCAI - IAH
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,217

Houston to Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Houston and Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
dom. 9/158:55 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop21h 55mTurkish Airlines
jue. 10/3111:15 amCAI - IAH
1 stop17h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$751
jue. 9/128:55 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop15h 50mTurkish Airlines
jue. 10/179:40 pmCAI - IAH
1 stop29h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$780
lun. 10/2811:22 amIAH - CMN
2 stops19h 43mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/76:55 pmCMN - IAH
2 stops32h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/30$781
lun. 10/2811:22 amIAH - CMN
2 stops19h 43mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/76:55 pmCMN - IAH
2 stops31h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$782
dom. 9/158:55 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop15h 50mTurkish Airlines
mié. 10/303:15 amCAI - IAH
1 stop25h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$782
dom. 8/258:55 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop18h 45mTurkish Airlines
mar. 9/242:10 amCAI - IAH
1 stop18h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$786
vie. 9/138:55 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop21h 55mTurkish Airlines
dom. 9/152:10 amCAI - IAH
1 stop18h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/28$790
vie. 10/48:55 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop21h 55mTurkish Airlines
mar. 3/2510:15 amCAI - IAH
1 stop17h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$791
mié. 11/139:20 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop18h 35mTurkish Airlines
jue. 11/2810:15 amCAI - IAH
1 stop17h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$804

Houston to Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Houston to Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
mié. 6/51:36 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop31h 44mMultiple Airlines
jue. 6/274:00 amCAI - IAH
2 stops40h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,253
dom. 6/97:50 amIAH - CMN
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/291:15 amCMN - IAH
2 stops40h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,305
dom. 6/97:50 amIAH - CMN
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/306:45 amCMN - IAH
3 stops34h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,322
dom. 6/97:50 amIAH - CMN
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/291:15 amCMN - IAH
2 stops40h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,334
dom. 6/97:50 amIAH - CMN
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/293:10 amCMN - IAH
3 stops38h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,338
mié. 6/511:22 amIAH - CAI
1 stop33h 58mMultiple Airlines
jue. 7/254:00 amCAI - IAH
2 stops36h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,339
mié. 6/51:36 pmIAH - CAI
2 stops39h 19mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/263:05 amCAI - IAH
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,361
sáb. 6/84:26 pmIAH - CAI
2 stops45h 54mIberia
sáb. 7/2011:20 pmCAI - IAH
2 stops33h 19mIberia
Deal found 5/29$1,364
dom. 6/97:50 amIAH - CMN
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/306:45 amCMN - IAH
3 stops34h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,372

One-way flights to Africa from Houston

Search for one-way flight options from Houston to Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
lun. 10/78:00 amIAH - CMN
3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$353
lun. 10/78:50 amIAH - CMN
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$459
lun. 7/222:30 pmIAH - CAI
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$461
lun. 7/229:55 pmIAH - CAI
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$473
lun. 7/223:25 pmIAH - CAI
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$483
mar. 8/279:18 amIAH - NBO
2 stops32h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$489
mar. 8/278:55 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop20h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$491
lun. 8/196:00 amIAH - NBO
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/29$493
mié. 8/212:30 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop27h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$494

Find flights from Houston to Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Africa 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 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.

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Houston George Bush IntcntlCasablanca Mohamed V

IAH - CMN

IAHCMN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 10/28

2 stops19h 43m

Casablanca Mohamed V

jue. 11/7

2 stops32h 13m

$781

Houston George Bush IntcntlCasablanca Mohamed V

IAH - CMN

IAHCMN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 10/7

2 stops19h 03m

Casablanca Mohamed V

mié. 10/23

2 stops31h 15m

$810

Houston George Bush IntcntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 10/2

1 stop20h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

lun. 10/14

1 stop22h 55m

$812

Houston George Bush IntcntlCasablanca Mohamed V

IAH - CMN

IAHCMN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 10/31

2 stops17h 39m

Casablanca Mohamed V

mié. 11/13

2 stops33h 31m

$833

Houston George Bush IntcntlCasablanca Mohamed V

IAH - CMN

IAHCMN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 10/28

1 stop16h 30m

Casablanca Mohamed V

jue. 11/7

1 stop25h 50m

$846

Houston George Bush IntcntlCasablanca Mohamed V

IAH - CMN

IAHCMN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 10/31

2 stops17h 15m

Casablanca Mohamed V

mié. 11/13

1 stop34h 52m

$852

Houston George Bush IntcntlCasablanca Mohamed V

IAH - CMN

IAHCMN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 10/31

2 stops18h 35m

Casablanca Mohamed V

mié. 11/13

1 stop34h 52m

$854

Houston George Bush IntcntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 8/23

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/17

1 stop23h 05m

$919

Houston George Bush IntcntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 10/2

1 stop21h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 10/13

1 stop22h 30m

$990

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Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated mayo 30, 2024.
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
1,520 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
48 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.7
Good
4,339 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

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  • Can I find flights from Houston to Africa for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Houston to Africa for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $781, but on average you can expect to pay $873.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Houston to Africa for under $1,300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Houston to Africa within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $461 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $493 and Air France from $516 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Houston to Africa?

  • What does IAH to JNB mean?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is IAH and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is JNB. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Cairo Airport (CAI), Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK), Casablanca Mohamed V Airport (CMN), Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Houston to Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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    Many airlines flying from Houston to Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Houston to Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Houston to Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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    The Houston to Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Houston to Africa?

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Africa (average of $1,191). Flying from Houston to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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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KLMCheapest$543Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IberiaCheapest$546Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest$564Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapest$567Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$583Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapest$622Average$1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$642Average$1,358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$677Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$749Average$1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$792Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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