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$485+ 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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$692
(Delta)

One-way from

$485
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$956
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:30 amTUN - SFO
2 stops23h 49mDelta
Tue 6/311:05 amSFO - TUN
2 stops22h 35mDelta
Deal found 2/20$692
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/213:45 pmCMN - SFO
1 stop27h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 3/287:50 pmSFO - CMN
1 stop35h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19$776
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.
Tue 4/159:35 pmCAI - SFO
2 stops32h 34mQatar Airways
Wed 4/304:10 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$783
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 stop22h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19$795
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/176:25 amCAI - SFO
1 stop19h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 4/274:20 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop23h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$832
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2711:55 pmALG - SFO
1 stop20h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/127:50 pmSFO - ALG
1 stop36h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$842
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/182:05 amCAI - SFO
1 stop21h 05mDelta
Sat 3/291:54 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops25h 36mDelta
Deal found 2/19$850
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/212:05 amCAI - SFO
1 stop21h 05mAir France
Tue 12/23:25 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop22h 40mAir France
Deal found 2/20$851
This Kissandfly.com 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/307:45 pmALG - SFO
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 4/154:20 pmSFO - ALG
1 stop17h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$860
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:40 amCAI - SFO
2 stops26h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/712:03 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops24h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$873
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/262:05 amCAI - SFO
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/71:50 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$881
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare 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 3/294:04 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops38h 51mITA Airways
Deal found 2/19$889

Find flights from Africa to San Francisco within your budget

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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Africa

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TunisSan Francisco

TUN - SFO

TUNSFO

Tunis Carthage

Wed 4/2

5:30 am-7:49 pm

2 stops22h 19m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

8:55 am-5:40 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$692

CasablancaSan Francisco

CMN - SFO

CMNSFO

Casablanca Mohamed V

Fri 3/21

3:45 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop27h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 3/28

7:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop35h 05m

$776

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Tue 4/15

9:35 pm-9:09 pm

2 stops32h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

4:10 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$783

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-3:20 am

1 stop22h 30m

$795

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Thu 4/17

6:25 am-5:15 pm

1 stop19h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

4:20 pm-1:20 am

1 stop23h 00m

$832

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Tue 3/18

2:05 am-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

1:54 pm-12:30 am

2 stops25h 36m

$850

AlgiersSan Francisco

ALG - SFO

ALGSFO

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Sun 3/30

7:45 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

4:20 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$860

AlgiersSan Francisco

ALG - SFO

ALGSFO

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Mon 3/31

5:55 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop30h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

12:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$862

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Thu 5/15

3:30 am-3:15 pm

2 stops21h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

8:25 pm-3:15 am

1 stop20h 50m

$872

CairoSan Francisco

CAI - SFO

CAISFO

Cairo

Wed 3/19

5:55 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

4:04 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops38h 51m

$889

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Africa to San Francisco

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

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 $403). 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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
1,299 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
8,220 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
1,333 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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 $531 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $599 and Iberia from $665 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - San Francisco or Algiers Houari Boumediene - 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 $403). 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ITA AirwaysCheapest$439Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$600Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$663Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$671Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$674Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$758Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$776Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$789Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$818Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$820Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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