What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Africa?

Turkish Airlines, ITA Airways, and SAUDIA are the most popular carriers operating from California to Africa

How long is the flight from California to Africa?

The flight from California to Africa depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Francisco (a popular airport in California) to Copenhagen (the most popular airport in Africa), then the flight time is 10h 15m on average. If you fly from Los Angeles (another popular airport in California) to Copenhagen, then the average flight time is 10h 55m.

What airlines fly to Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and Air France are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Africa from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 30 different airlines that fly to Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Africa?

Prices for flights from California to Africa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Africa?

As of May 2026, there are 24 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:10 pm - 4:20 am

LAX

CAI

22h 10m

1 stop

3:20 am - 5:50 pm

CAI

LAX

24h 30m

1 stop

$737Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 27

5:25 pm - 5:10 pm

LAX

CAI

13h 45mnonstop

8:30 am - 1:20 pm

CAI

LAX

14h 50mnonstop

$745Egyptair

Sat, May 30 - Mon, Aug 31

5:25 pm - 5:10 pm

LAX

CAI

13h 45mnonstop

8:30 am - 1:20 pm

CAI

LAX

14h 50mnonstop

$749Egyptair

Mon, Jul 20 - Thu, Aug 20

3:20 pm - 2:15 am

LAX

CAI

24h 55m

1 stop

4:35 am - 1:30 pm

CAI

LAX

18h 55m

1 stop

$770ITA Airways

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 17

3:20 pm - 2:15 am

LAX

CAI

24h 55m

1 stop

4:35 am - 1:30 pm

CAI

LAX

18h 55m

1 stop

$772ITA Airways

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 17

10:20 am - 8:30 am

LAX

CAI

36h 10m

1 stop

8:30 pm - 8:20 am

CAI

LAX

21h 50m

1 stop

$778Royal Air Maroc

Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 26

1:29 pm - 5:00 pm

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ALG

19h 31m

2 stops

6:00 pm - 8:32 pm

ALG

SFO

34h 32m

2 stops

$808Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 20

7:20 am - 1:05 am

SFO

CAI

31h 45m

2 stops

2:05 am - 2:30 pm

CAI

SFO

22h 25m

1 stop

$811Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jul 13 - Sun, Aug 23

7:00 am - 7:30 pm

SFO

CAI

26h 30m

2 stops

4:25 am - 11:07 pm

CAI

SFO

28h 42m

2 stops

$837SAUDIA

Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Sep 9

9:00 pm - 5:15 am

LAX

NBO

22h 15m

1 stop

6:55 am - 4:05 pm

NBO

LAX

43h 10m

1 stop

$1,096SAUDIA

Sat, Jun 20 - Fri, Jun 26

Condor flights from California to Africa

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Jul 20

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

22h 35m

1 stop

CAI1:05 amCairo

Aug 31

CAI2:05 amCairo

22h 25m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$843

Condor

Jul 13

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

22h 35m

1 stop

CAI1:05 amCairo

Aug 23

CAI2:05 amCairo

22h 25m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$871

Delta flights from California to Africa

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Delta

May 14

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles

26h 30m

1 stop

CAI2:30 amCairo

Jun 20

CAI3:25 amCairo

18h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:40 amLos Angeles

$865

Delta

May 14

LAX7:00 amLos Angeles

33h 30m

2 stops

CAI2:30 amCairo

Jun 6

CAI3:25 amCairo

25h 10m

1 stop

LAX6:35 pmLos Angeles

$869

Delta

May 14

LAX12:15 pmLos Angeles

28h 15m

2 stops

CAI2:30 amCairo

Jun 19

CAI3:25 amCairo

18h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:40 amLos Angeles

$870

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Thu 10/15

8:10 pm-4:20 am

1 stop22h 10m

Cairo

Tue 10/27

3:20 am-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$737

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LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Sat 5/30

5:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop13h 45m

Cairo

Mon 8/31

8:30 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop14h 50m

$745

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LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Mon 7/20

5:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop13h 45m

Cairo

Thu 8/20

8:30 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop14h 50m

$749

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Wed 11/4

3:20 pm-2:15 am

1 stop24h 55m

Cairo

Tue 11/17

4:35 am-1:30 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$770

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Wed 11/4

3:20 pm-2:15 am

1 stop24h 55m

Cairo

Tue 11/17

4:35 am-1:30 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$772

Los AngelesCairo

LAX - CAI

LAXCAI

Los Angeles

Tue 9/8

10:20 am-8:30 am

1 stop36h 10m

Cairo

Sat 9/26

8:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop21h 50m

$778

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SFO - ALG

SFOALG

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

1:29 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops19h 31m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 10/20

6:00 pm-8:32 pm

2 stops34h 32m

$808

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 7/13

7:20 am-1:05 am

2 stops31h 45m

Cairo

Sun 8/23

2:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$811

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 8/4

7:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Cairo

Wed 9/9

4:25 am-11:07 pm

2 stops28h 42m

$837

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Sat 6/20

9:00 pm-5:15 am

1 stop22h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/26

6:55 am-4:05 pm

1 stop43h 10m

$1,096

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to Africa from California is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $905, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Africa in October, then you should wait until February to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $963.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Africa?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Africa is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $777. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Africa on Sunday is $912.

What is the cheapest California to Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Africa from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Africa for around $861 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Africa from California for as low as $798 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 48% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Africa flight.

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Best Price Found	$516
Fastest flight time	11h 05m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri and Sun
Airports in Africa	493 airports

The best one-way flight to Africa from California in the past 72 hours is $516. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $819.

The fastest flight from California to Africa takes 11h 05m

Direct flights go from California to Africa on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Egyptair.

There are 493 airports in Africa. From California there are direct flights to Cairo (CAI).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Africa?
Prices for flights from California to Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Africa?
As of May 2026, there are 24 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Africa

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $486	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 688 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $491	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,245 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $515	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,669 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $582	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,003 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $588	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,212 reviews	Search Iberia flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $674	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,937 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Royal Air Maroc	PriceFrom $679	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 600 reviews	Search Royal Air Maroc flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $680	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,771 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Air Europa	PriceFrom $680	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 605 reviews	Search Air Europa flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom $751	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 685 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights

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Can I find flights from California to Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Africa from California which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from California to Africa?

Once you have performed a search for California to Africa flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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