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$497+ Cheap flights from Africa to San Francisco (SFO)

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Cheap flight deals from Africa to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$701
(Delta)

One-way from

$497
(Trip.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$981
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Cheapest flights from Africa to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/299:50 amTUN - SFO
1 stop16h 25mDelta
Tue 5/65:40 amSFO - TUN
2 stops21h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/30$701
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/146:45 pmTUN - SFO
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/273:05 pmSFO - TUN
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$709
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 5/1311:15 amTUN - SFO
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Tue 5/201:45 pmSFO - TUN
1 stop36h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 3/31$778
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/114:45 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 30mITA Airways
Thu 11/133:05 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 05mITA Airways
Deal found 3/29$800
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/93:30 amCAI - SFO
1 stop19h 20mAir France
Tue 11/113:25 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop22h 40mAir France
Deal found 3/29$802
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sat 9/63:30 amCAI - SFO
2 stops26h 00mDelta
Mon 11/1010:45 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops39h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/29$813
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/192:05 amCAI - SFO
1 stop21h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 10/93:55 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/30$816
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 11/226:50 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 12/35:30 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop19h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/31$834
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 4/33:45 amCAI - SFO
2 stops26h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/3111:12 amSFO - CAI
2 stops19h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$840
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/42:10 amCAI - SFO
1 stop24h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 6/1512:40 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop29h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/30$904
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/118:05 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops25h 10mDelta
Sat 11/812:40 amSFO - CPT
2 stops32h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/30$935
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/316:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops45h 45mDelta
Sun 4/610:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/30$941

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Africa to San Francisco 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to San Francisco that are best for you.

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TunisSan Francisco

TUN - SFO

TUNSFO

Tunis Carthage

Tue 4/29

9:50 am-6:15 pm

1 stop16h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

5:40 am-10:45 am

2 stops21h 05m

$701

TunisSan Francisco

TUN - SFO

TUNSFO

Tunis Carthage

Mon 4/14

6:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop26h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$709

TunisSan Francisco

TUN - SFO

TUNSFO

Tunis Carthage

Tue 5/13

11:15 am-7:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

1:45 pm-10:25 am

1 stop36h 40m

$778

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Thu 9/11

4:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop18h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

3:05 pm-2:10 am

1 stop25h 05m

$800

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Tue 9/9

3:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

3:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop22h 40m

$802

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Sat 9/6

3:30 am-7:30 pm

2 stops26h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

9:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops29h 05m

$813

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Mon 5/19

2:05 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

3:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$816

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Thu 6/5

7:25 am-5:25 pm

1 stop20h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

7:20 pm-1:20 am

1 stop20h 00m

$834

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Tue 4/29

6:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop38h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

6:45 pm-9:15 am

1 stop28h 30m

$852

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Tue 4/15

2:30 am-11:45 am

2 stops42h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 7/14

8:25 pm-1:30 am

1 stop19h 05m

$854

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Africa to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Africa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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
1,286 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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
7,899 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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
1,321 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Africa. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $576 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $591 and Qatar Airways from $627 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - San Francisco or Accra Kotoka - San Francisco, Cairo - San Francisco is the most popular route from Africa to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Africa to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Africa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to San Francisco. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$600Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$606Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$678Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$713Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$786Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$791Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
SWISSCheapest$820Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$820Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$821Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$856Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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