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$304+ Cheap flights from the United States to Africa

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from USA (US0) to Africa (AF0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$584
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$310
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,238

Good round-trip deal

$776 or less

Good one-way deal

$450 or less
From USA to Africa
One-way flight from USA to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from USA to Africa
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2411:00 pmJFK - RAK
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/273:25 pmRAK - JFK
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$584
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sat 2/18:05 amJFK - RAK
1 stop26h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 2/32:25 pmRAK - JFK
1 stop34h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/29$601
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/88:50 pmIAD - CAI
1 stop21h 55mRoyal Jordanian
Tue 4/226:30 amCAI - IAD
1 stop17h 15mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 1/29$616
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/412:10 amJFK - RAK
1 stop34h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/194:15 pmRAK - JFK
1 stop35h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/30$616
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2310:25 pmIAD - CAI
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/2110:10 amCAI - IAD
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/30$617
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/219:40 pmIAD - CAI
1 stop25h 45mRoyal Air Maroc
Fri 4/48:40 amCAI - IAD
1 stop16h 25mRoyal Air Maroc
Deal found 1/30$624
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/241:00 amJFK - RAK
1 stop16h 00mDelta
Tue 3/47:00 amRAK - JFK
1 stop15h 04mDelta
Deal found 1/29$626
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/275:45 pmIAD - CAI
1 stop26h 25mITA Airways
Thu 4/104:55 pmCAI - IAD
1 stop27h 45mITA Airways
Deal found 1/29$636
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1711:00 pmJFK - CMN
1 stop13h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 4/511:30 amCMN - JFK
1 stop12h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/29$646
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2810:00 amJFK - CMN
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/71:25 amCMN - JFK
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$649
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1812:24 pmJFK - CMN
2 stops15h 56mDelta
Tue 2/255:55 amCMN - JFK
2 stops20h 07mDelta
Deal found 1/28$650
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Wed 2/199:45 amJFK - CMN
2 stops33h 40mAir Canada
Wed 3/59:35 amCMN - JFK
2 stops34h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 1/30$653

Find flights from USA to Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 January 30, 2025.

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New YorkMarrakech

JFK - RAK

JFKRAK

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/24

11:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Marrakech Menara

Thu 3/27

3:25 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$584

New YorkMarrakech

JFK - RAK

JFKRAK

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/12

9:05 am-1:20 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Marrakech Menara

Thu 3/27

1:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$607

Washington, D.C.Cairo

IAD - CAI

IADCAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/8

8:50 pm-12:45 am

1 stop21h 55m

Cairo

Tue 4/22

6:30 am-5:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$616

New YorkMarrakech

JFK - RAK

JFKRAK

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/4

12:55 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 3/12

4:15 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$616

Washington, D.C.Cairo

IAD - CAI

IADCAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/23

3:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Cairo

Tue 5/20

2:10 am-10:50 am

1 stop15h 40m

$617

Washington, D.C.Cairo

IAD - CAI

IADCAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/21

9:40 pm-5:25 am

1 stop25h 45m

Cairo

Wed 4/2

8:40 am-7:05 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$624

New YorkMarrakech

JFK - RAK

JFKRAK

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/24

1:00 am-10:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-5:04 pm

1 stop15h 04m

$626

Washington, D.C.Cairo

IAD - CAI

IADCAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/21

12:05 pm-2:10 am

2 stops31h 05m

Cairo

Thu 4/3

3:45 am-2:40 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$627

New YorkCasablanca

JFK - CMN

JFKCMN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/17

11:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sat 4/5

11:30 am-8:05 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$646

New YorkCasablanca

JFK - CMN

JFKCMN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/19

9:45 am-1:25 am

2 stops33h 40m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 3/5

9:35 am-3:08 pm

2 stops34h 33m

$653

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Africa

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Travel insights for flights from USA to Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from USA to Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from USA 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 US to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 January 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Africa as you normally would.

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 January 30, 2025.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Africa from the USA?

    Most major, international airports in the United States service flights to Africa. The airport you choose will depend on the state you are leaving from and the destination country. Choosing to leave from a major airport will offer you the largest selection of routes and often, the lowest fares. Because of the closer proximity to Africa, east coast cities will offer shorter flight times and lower prices. Some airports to consider are John F Kennedy Airport (JFK ) in New York City and Washington Dulles International (IAD). If you are leaving from the west coast, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a major airport that will offer many flight options. JFK is a hub for Delta and American Airlines and LAX is a hub for American, United, and Delta Air Lines.

  • Which airlines fly directly from the USA to Africa?

    There are several major airlines and different origin cities that offer nonstop flights to Africa. Leaving from a major east coast city, such as New York or Washington DC, will give you the most nonstop flight options. United recently launched a year-round, daily nonstop from Newark Liberty International Airport (NWR) to Johannesburg, South Africa. Egypt Air operates nonstop flights leaving from Los Angeles (LAX) on the west coast and Washington DC (IAD) on the east coast.

  • What are the layover options between the USA and Africa?

    In general, flights heading from the US to countries in Africa will connect in either Europe or the Middle East. The most popular routes flying through Europe have layovers in Zurich, Frankfurt, Rome, and Lisbon. Flying a route through the Middle East might include layovers in Doha, Dubai, or Istanbul. If you are leaving from a city on the west coast, such as Los Angeles, your layover cities might include Boston or Toronto. The layover times vary in length, ranging from several hours to more than ten hours. If you find yourself with a six-hour or longer layover in Istanbul, you can take advantage of one of the free city tours that the airport provides.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from the USA to Africa?

    A valid passport is required to enter all African countries. As an American passport holder, you can enter many African countries without a visa while others will require you to have a visa for entry. The latter include Tanzania, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. However, the process is quite simple as the visa can be done on arrival. Although a visa on arrival is an option, it is recommended to apply beforehand to save yourself time at immigration when you arrive. Tourist visas are given on arrival provided that US passport holders can produce a return airline ticket and evidence of sufficient funds for the entire duration of their stay.

  • Are there alternative sustainable ways to get to Africa from the USA?

    If you are looking to travel from the United States of America to Africa, the most sustainable mode of transportation is by flight. A flight is more sustainable since it offers a fast means to get to your destination as well as a more fuel-economical option. The use of ships combined with road transportation will use more fuel to get you to Africa from the USA, making them less sustainable. Therefore, the most sustainable mode of transportation from the USA to Africa is flights.

  • What can I do to reduce environmental pollution when traveling from the USA to Africa?

    If you intend to travel from the United States of America to Africa, there are several steps you can take to minimize or avoid environmental pollution. Firstly, you can think about avoiding the use of plastic baggage as well as items when traveling the route. Items such as plastic food carriers and plastic carrier bags are known to pollute most airports, making them less sustainable. Instead, you can consider using other carrier bags made from degradable material such as leather. Finally, you can think about securing direct flights rather than those having one or more stopovers. This reduces the total amount of fuel consumed for the journey.

  • What can I look for to identify a sustainable airline from the USA to Africa?

    When you have to fly from the USA to Africa, you can consider checking an airline’s SAF certification. This will help you identify an airline that is fuel-efficient regarding the type of fuel used. In addition, you can identify a sustainable airline by narrowing down on the type of engines used by the airplanes. Modern planes use more fuel-efficient engines in their planes, making them more sustainable.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Azores Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $365. Users have also found prices from $384 and $390 on Qatar Airways and ITA Airways, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from USA 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 USA to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VuelingCheapest$380Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$491Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air EuropaCheapest$517Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SAUDIACheapest$541Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
KLMCheapest$562Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$597Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Royal JordanianCheapest$661Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Azores AirlinesCheapest$672Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$683Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
LOTCheapest$713Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Africa

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Africa. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • The flight route from the USA to Africa is serviced by many airlines, most of which comply with sustainability standards. For instance, American Airlines focuses on using natural materials efficiently and minimizing fuel use and noise pollution.
  • The United States of America is strict when it comes to environmental conservation measures placed for aircraft. All aircraft departing the USA for Africa must meet the carbon emission standards by incorporating fuel-saving methods into their operations.
  • The USA is served by major airports such as Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Denver International Airport (DEN). These airports are known to enforce strict sustainability measures. These include the control of engine efficiency on planes, aerodynamics of planes resulting in fuel consumption, and active noise pollution.
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