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$559+ Cheap flights from Africa to California

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JNB — LAX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Thu 3/6
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Round-trip from

$668
(oojo)

One-way from

$559
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$941
From Africa to California
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Cheapest flights from Africa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/133:25 amCAI - LAX
1 stop21h 40mSAUDIA
Sat 8/309:00 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop20h 05mSAUDIA
Deal found 2/21$668
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 4/232:10 amCAI - LAX
1 stop26h 55mLOT
Wed 4/304:35 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop25h 20mLOT
Deal found 2/21$698
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/25:55 pmCAI - LAX
1 stop29h 25mITA Airways
Wed 3/124:20 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop24h 50mITA Airways
Deal found 2/22$755
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/195:55 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop29h 10mITA Airways
Sat 3/294:05 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop24h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 2/21$775
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Thu 3/62:15 amCAI - LAX
1 stop18h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 3/147:55 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop19h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/21$779
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/182:15 amCAI - SFO
1 stop24h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sat 3/297:50 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop17h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/21$795
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 4/161:05 amCAI - SFO
1 stop21h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 4/276:00 amSFO - CAI
2 stops31h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$796
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/22:05 amCAI - LAX
1 stop24h 05mAir France
Thu 3/137:30 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop19h 35mAir France
Deal found 2/22$813
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Thu 3/202:05 amCAI - LAX
1 stop26h 30mDelta
Sun 9/75:20 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/21$815
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Sat 11/226:50 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 12/25:30 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop19h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/22$832
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/173:30 amCAI - LAX
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/115:20 pmLAX - CAI
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$840
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 3/222:05 amCAI - SFO
1 stop21h 05mDelta
Sun 3/301:00 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops26h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/21$850

Find flights from Africa to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Africa to California 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 February 22, 2025.

Fly from

Africa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Sun 4/13

3:25 am-4:05 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

9:00 pm-3:05 am

1 stop20h 05m

$668

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Wed 4/23

2:10 am-8:05 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/30

4:35 pm-3:55 am

1 stop25h 20m

$698

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Fri 3/28

4:30 am-2:20 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/3

3:15 pm-1:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

$762

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Wed 3/19

5:55 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

4:05 pm-1:15 am

1 stop24h 10m

$775

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Thu 3/6

2:15 am-11:05 am

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/14

7:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$779

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Tue 3/18

2:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop24h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

7:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$795

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Wed 4/16

1:05 am-1:50 pm

1 stop21h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$796

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Thu 3/20

2:05 am-7:35 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

5:20 pm-1:30 am

1 stop22h 10m

$815

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Fri 4/25

7:25 am-5:15 pm

1 stop19h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

4:20 pm-1:20 am

1 stop23h 00m

$832

CairoLos Angeles

CAI - LAX

CAILAX

Cairo

Sat 5/17

3:30 am-2:50 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

5:20 pm-1:30 am

1 stop22h 10m

$840

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Travel insights for flights from Africa to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to California (average of $246). Flying from Africa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 AF to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

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

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,079 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is LOT, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $561. However, be on the lookout for offers from SAUDIA and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Africa to California for a low price.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to California (average of $246). Flying from Africa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to California. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ITA AirwaysCheapest$439Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$600Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SAUDIACheapest$632Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$640Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$656Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$658Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$663Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LOTCheapest$690Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
SWISSCheapest$725Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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