Cheap flights to Africa from $314

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Flights to Africa in 2024

Find the latest flights to Africa in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data was last updated on March 29, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,129

Round-trip from

$871

One-way from

$314
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From New York to Johannesburg
One-way flight from New York to Africa

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Cheap flights to Africa in March & April 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Africa in March and April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data was last updated on March 29, 2024.
Wed 4/312:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/177:30 pmCAI - JFK
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$523
Wed 4/312:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/185:15 amCAI - JFK
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$551
Sat 4/612:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/1011:10 pmCAI - JFK
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$571
Tue 4/912:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/185:15 amCAI - JFK
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$585
Tue 4/3012:30 amJFK - CMN
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/175:40 pmCMN - JFK
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$590
Tue 4/912:30 amJFK - CMN
2 stops59h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/162:40 pmCMN - JFK
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$594
Sun 4/1412:30 amJFK - CMN
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/2412:40 pmCMN - JFK
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$604
Wed 4/312:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/189:05 amCAI - JFK
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$613
Tue 4/912:30 amJFK - CMN
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1612:45 pmCMN - JFK
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$614

Africa 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Africa in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data were last updated on March 29, 2024.
Wed 4/312:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/177:30 pmCAI - JFK
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$523
Wed 4/312:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/185:15 amCAI - JFK
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$551
Tue 10/811:25 pmJFK - CMN
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1612:40 pmCMN - JFK
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$552
Tue 9/1011:40 pmJFK - CMN
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/2512:40 pmCMN - JFK
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$557
Sat 4/612:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/1011:10 pmCAI - JFK
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$571
Tue 4/912:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/185:15 amCAI - JFK
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$585
Tue 4/3012:30 amJFK - CMN
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/175:40 pmCMN - JFK
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$590
Tue 4/912:30 amJFK - CMN
2 stops59h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/162:40 pmCMN - JFK
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$594
Sun 4/1412:30 amJFK - CMN
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/2412:40 pmCMN - JFK
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$604

Flights to Africa departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Africa, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data was last updated on March 29, 2024.
Tue 4/212:30 amJFK - CAI
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/1011:10 pmCAI - JFK
1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$621
Tue 4/212:30 amJFK - CMN
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/102:15 pmCMN - JFK
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$643
Tue 4/212:40 pmJFK - CMN
1 stop21h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 4/103:45 pmCMN - JFK
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$652
Sun 4/712:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/2411:10 pmCAI - JFK
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$656
Wed 4/312:30 amJFK - CMN
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/512:45 pmCMN - JFK
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$658
Tue 4/212:30 amJFK - CMN
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/1011:35 amCMN - JFK
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$659
Tue 4/212:30 amJFK - CMN
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/102:15 pmCMN - JFK
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$665
Sun 4/712:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/1711:10 pmCAI - JFK
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$666
Wed 4/312:30 amJFK - CMN
3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/512:45 pmCMN - JFK
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$669

One-way flights to Africa

Explore one-way flight options to Africa for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data was last updated on March 29, 2024.
Mon 4/812:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$314
Tue 4/912:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$316
Tue 4/912:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$317
Sat 5/412:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$321
Sun 4/1412:30 amJFK - CMN
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$323
Sat 5/412:30 amJFK - CAI
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$323
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CMN
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$325
Sun 4/1412:30 amJFK - CAI
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$327
Wed 4/312:30 amJFK - CMN
3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$330

Direct flights to Africa

Thu 4/412:00 pmJFK - CAI
Nonstop10h 20mEgypt Air
Tue 4/163:30 amCAI - JFK
Nonstop11h 30mEgypt Air
Deal found 3/27$691
Thu 4/412:00 pmJFK - CAI
Nonstop10h 20mEgypt Air
Sun 4/73:30 amCAI - JFK
Nonstop11h 30mEgypt Air
Deal found 3/28$701
Wed 4/101:00 pmEWR - CAI
Nonstop10h 15mEgypt Air
Wed 4/176:05 amCAI - EWR
Nonstop10h 55mEgypt Air
Deal found 3/28$703
Thu 4/412:00 pmJFK - CAI
Nonstop10h 20mEgypt Air
Wed 6/54:30 amCAI - JFK
Nonstop11h 30mEgypt Air
Deal found 3/28$703
Wed 4/101:00 pmEWR - CAI
Nonstop10h 15mEgypt Air
Sat 5/255:35 amCAI - EWR
Nonstop11h 25mEgypt Air
Deal found 3/28$704
Mon 4/112:00 pmJFK - CAI
Nonstop10h 20mEgypt Air
Mon 4/153:30 amCAI - JFK
Nonstop11h 30mEgypt Air
Deal found 3/28$714
Wed 4/101:00 pmEWR - CAI
Nonstop10h 15mEgypt Air
Wed 4/176:05 amCAI - EWR
Nonstop10h 55mEgypt Air
Deal found 3/27$716
Wed 4/101:00 pmEWR - CAI
Nonstop10h 15mEgypt Air
Wed 5/15:35 amCAI - EWR
Nonstop11h 25mEgypt Air
Deal found 3/27$717
Sun 4/712:00 pmJFK - CAI
Nonstop10h 20mEgypt Air
Thu 5/94:30 amCAI - JFK
Nonstop11h 30mEgypt Air
Deal found 3/28$719

Find flights to Africa within your budget

Locate flights to Africa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data was last updated on March 29, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$611 - $765

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New York John F Kennedy IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

JFK - CMN

JFKCMN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/29

2 stops29h 05m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 6/19

1 stop15h 45m

$611

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlCairo

IAD - CAI

IADCAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/21

1 stop17h 25m

Cairo

Fri 4/26

1 stop16h 55m

$626

New York John F Kennedy IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

JFK - CMN

JFKCMN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/10

1 stop38h 25m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 5/16

1 stop29h 45m

$652

New York John F Kennedy IntlCairo

JFK - CAI

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/29

1 stop17h 25m

Cairo

Mon 5/13

1 stop24h 00m

$663

New York John F Kennedy IntlCairo

JFK - CAI

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/4

Nonstop10h 20m

Cairo

Tue 4/16

Nonstop11h 30m

$691

New York John F Kennedy IntlCairo

JFK - CAI

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/28

1 stop14h 45m

Cairo

Sun 6/16

1 stop14h 55m

$695

New York John F Kennedy IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

JFK - CMN

JFKCMN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/24

1 stop31h 30m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 5/7

1 stop32h 05m

$732

New York John F Kennedy IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

JFK - CMN

JFKCMN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/25

1 stop10h 25m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 5/8

1 stop11h 10m

$742

New York John F Kennedy IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

JFK - CMN

JFKCMN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/24

1 stop11h 45m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 5/2

1 stop16h 20m

$765

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Average price of flights to Africa by month

Plan your trip to Africa by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Africa is currently $322 while a round-trip flight costs $686. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Africa (average of $1,189). Flying to Africa in July will prove the most costly (average of $1,807). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,189

February

$1,217

March

$1,283

April

$1,272

May

$1,369

June

$1,564

July

$1,807

August

$1,449

September

$1,318

October

$1,271

November

$1,283

December

$1,385

Temperature and rainfall in Africa by month

Plan your trip to Africa by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

JNB

Temperature

50 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Africa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Africa. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Africa, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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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 March 29, 2024.
8.1
Very good
4,156 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

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
4,156 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,156 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

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
11,402 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,156 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

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
54 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,156 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

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

7.8
Good
2,150 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,156 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

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
4,553 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,156 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

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

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Africa?

Popular flight destinations in Africa include Egypt, South Africa, Morocco, Kenya and Nigeria.

With an ancient history dating back to 3300 BC, Africa has an indefinable mystery and allure surrounding it, and each country within this large continent differs dramatically. From the North African countries – Morocco, Egypt or Tunisia through Nigeria, Sudan and Mali to South Africa the countries and their languages are varied and mix their African heritage with multicultural influences.

It’s important to plan your African trip right since it is such a vast continent with an abundance of attractions to see and must-try activities. If you’re interested in seeing wild animals then visit Kenya for the most impressive wildlife and the best organized tours. Or if history is your forte, where better to revel in the past than the ancient land of the pyramids and pharaohs? Visit Egypt for an experience of a lifetime. But if your idea of the perfect holiday is to spend lazy days on unspoilt beaches, then visit Africa’s popular island – Zanzibar in Tanzania.

Africa climate

The weather throughout the African continent is generally the same: warm year-round. But the North African countries including Egypt and Tunisia tend to be extremely hot between the months of June and September. High season is from September to April when the weather’s milder. 

Best Time to Fly to Africa

The best time for game watching is in mid-summer, specifically July when the rainy season is over.

South Africa enjoys its high season in December and January when hoards of tourists visit its cities but flights and accommodations are pricier during this period. Try to avoid visiting in from September to January when the gale winds blow wildly.

Countries closer to the Indian Ocean, Tanzania and Mauritius for example, have a heavy tropical rainy season that runs anywhere from January to March or even until June in some countries. For the best weather visit Africa anytime between June and October but try to avoid the scorching heat from December to March.

Africa Travel Information

  • Many travelers would pick the Caribbean when searching for a beach destination, but Africa has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Mauritius in the Indian Ocean, for example, has some of the best diving and fishing in the area. While the island of Zanzibar in Tanzania has been dubbed “paradise” by many visitors because of its turquoise waters.
  • History buffs should head to Tunisia where they’ll find ancient Roman ruins in Carthage and Roman mosaics in the Unesco World-Heritage protected Medina. Libya is another fascinating North African country that boasts remnants of Greek and Roman civilizations. And Egypt, of course, is undeniably the mecca of archaeologists and historians.
  • Zebras running in the wild, elephants brushing up against your jeep; these are the images of safari, and Kenya offers visitors an authentic experience in game lodges and tented camps. Less popular, but virtually untouched, is Botswana – home to the spectacular Okavango Delta. Here, you’ll find a 5,850 sq. mile inland flood plain filled with waterways, forests, islands and stunning wildlife.
  • If Lawrence of Arabia ever inspired you to ride on a horse through the endless desert, then you’ll get your wish in Mali. This West African country sits on the edge of the Sahara, the world’s largest desert, where nomads and camels ride in from the legendary city of Timbuktu.
  • Safaris, beaches, nightlife and history: South Africa combines them all seamlessly. Head to Cape Town and visit the infamous Robben Island prison where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned under Apartheid. Then take the cable car up to Table Mountain and enjoy the sensational views of the city.
  • What is the best way to travel around Africa?

    If you plan to travel to different countries in Africa, Africa airfare is relatively inexpensive. Check out Africa flight deals for ways to save when traveling from one country to the next. Compare flights to Africa from major cities like Cape Town to Lagos, or Nairobi to Cairo. You can find cheap flights to Africa’s major cities and save time traveling across the second-largest continent. If you travel within the same country, renting a car or taking a public bus are both good options to get from one place to another and sightsee at the same time. If you’re traveling in a large city, such as Cape Town, you can take metered taxis or minibuses.

  • What are some things to do in Africa?

    After you book cheap flights to Africa, you can start researching all the wonderful things to do and see there. Of course, you’re probably going to want to go on a safari. There are amazing safaris all over the continent in countries like South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, and Tanzania. If you prefer a more relaxed vacation, you could visit the beaches of Mozambique or Seychelles. Or go canoeing in Lake Malawi, which runs between Mozambique and Tanzania. Enjoy beautiful cities like Cape Town, Cairo, or Marrakesh. Go hiking up Table Mountain in Cape Town or walk through the small brightly colored streets of Marrakesh or Casablanca.

  • How long is the flight to Africa?

    Flights to Africa from the US vary depending on where in Africa you are headed. For example, if you want to book flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town, you can normally expect the flight to take anywhere from 25-35h and these flights usually have one stopover. Another popular city to visit when booking flights to Africa is Cairo, Egypt. From Los Angeles, flying to Cairo can take anywhere from 19-25h, depending on the length of time of the layover. Cheap flights to Africa from Chicago to Cairo normally take about 14-30h. Again, the length of travel depends on how long the layover is at the stopover city. If you book flights to Africa from Chicago to Lagos, Nigeria, you can expect the travel time to be around 14h to over 20h. There are no direct flights, and most flights traveling this route require one stopover, which can lengthen the travel time.

  • What do I need to do before my flight to Africa?

    Before flying to Africa, you will want to make sure you have your documentation in order, including your passport. Depending on what countries you plan to visit, you may want to research what the visa requirements are before you book flights to Africa. Once you are sure you have the right documents for travel, you may want to compare flights to Africa to make sure you get the best deal and quickest flight. Other good tips before traveling to Africa would be to let your bank and credit card companies know about your travel plans so you don’t end up with a hold on your account. You may also want to change some currency so you can get to your location from the airport without having to pay high exchange rates.

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