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$326+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Africa

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Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Round-trip from

$686
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$326
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,197
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 9/16:45 pmSFO - ALG
1 stop38h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/1010:25 pmALG - SFO
1 stop20h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$686
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:05 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/75:55 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$718
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/193:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mITA Airways
Mon 5/194:45 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 3/27$719
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/83:15 pmSFO - ALG
1 stop16h 45mITA Airways
Wed 4/234:55 pmALG - SFO
1 stop28h 20mITA Airways
Deal found 3/27$727
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:32 amSFO - CMN
2 stops22h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/129:35 amCMN - SFO
2 stops40h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$737
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:32 amSFO - CMN
2 stops22h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/129:35 amCMN - SFO
1 stop21h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$745
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1510:21 amSFO - CMN
2 stops17h 44mIberia
Thu 1/221:45 pmCMN - SFO
2 stops19h 37mIberia
Deal found 3/27$746
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1212:55 pmSFO - ALG
3 stops38h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/162:50 pmALG - SFO
2 stops32h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$759
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 10/312:28 pmSFO - RAK
2 stops41h 52mBritish Airways
Fri 11/76:00 pmRAK - SFO
1 stop33h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/26$761
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/11:10 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/62:15 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$765
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 8/127:40 pmSFO - ALG
2 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Tue 9/162:50 pmALG - SFO
1 stop28h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$767
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 10/312:55 pmSFO - RAK
2 stops19h 10mIberia
Fri 11/72:25 pmRAK - SFO
2 stops33h 35mIberia
Deal found 3/26$770

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Africa that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

6:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop38h 10m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Fri 10/10

10:25 pm-10:35 am

1 stop20h 10m

$686

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sat 4/19

3:15 pm-1:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

Cairo

Mon 5/19

4:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$719

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

3:15 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Wed 4/23

4:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$727

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

12:55 pm-11:45 am

3 stops38h 50m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 9/16

2:50 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$759

San FranciscoAlgiers

SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

7:40 pm-11:45 am

2 stops32h 05m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 9/16

2:50 pm-11:11 am

1 stop28h 21m

$767

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Wed 7/23

2:40 pm-12:30 am

1 stop25h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 8/28

1:25 am-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$778

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

6:45 pm-8:15 am

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Wed 5/14

2:10 am-4:40 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$781

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

12:56 pm-7:15 am

3 stops34h 19m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 10/14

9:00 am-12:09 am

2 stops47h 09m

$782

San FranciscoCasablanca

SFO - CMN

SFOCMN

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

12:35 pm-7:15 am

2 stops34h 40m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 5/20

1:25 am-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$807

San FranciscoMarrakech

SFO - RAK

SFORAK

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

7:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 00m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 5/14

1:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop35h 00m

$812

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from San Francisco to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 SFO to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco 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.

Rainfall in Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Africa by month

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

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).

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 28, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Africa. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to Africa?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Africa, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $443. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Africa for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from San Francisco to Africa is San Francisco - Cairo. You may also consider San Francisco - Sun City Resort Pilansberg or San Francisco - Casablanca Mohamed V.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from San Francisco to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 San Francisco to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Africa. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$597Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$617Average$1,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$629Average$1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$655Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$683Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VuelingCheapest$687Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Air CanadaCheapest$695Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LufthansaCheapest$711Average$1,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$717Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$722Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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