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Cheap flights to Africa from $978

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Flights to Africa in 2024

Find the latest flights to Africa in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,426

Return from

$1,160

One-way from

$722
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairo
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Africa

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Cheap flights to Africa in March & April 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Africa in March and April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Mon 1/422:00JFK - NBO
2 stops32h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/403:55NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,342
Wed 24/414:42JFK - NBO
2 stops22h 58mDelta
Tue 21/522:50NBO - JFK
1 stop20h 55mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,401
Sat 27/409:00JFK - NBO
2 stops28h 40mDelta
Mon 13/522:50NBO - JFK
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,407
Fri 26/418:35JFK - NBO
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Fri 3/522:50NBO - JFK
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,408
Mon 8/409:32JFK - NBO
2 stops28h 08mDelta
Wed 1/522:50NBO - JFK
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,416
Fri 26/418:35JFK - NBO
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Tue 14/523:59NBO - JFK
1 stop22h 26mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,417
Sat 30/321:55JFK - NBO
2 stops32h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/403:55NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,419
Fri 26/414:50JFK - NBO
2 stops24h 05mDelta
Tue 14/523:59NBO - JFK
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,424
Sat 27/414:50JFK - NBO
2 stops22h 50mDelta
Mon 13/522:50NBO - JFK
2 stops22h 05mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,450

Africa 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Africa in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data were last updated on 28 March 2024.
Tue 10/918:10JFK - NBO
2 stops21h 20mBrussels Airlines
Thu 26/922:30NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,307
Sun 10/1118:25JFK - NBO
1 stop18h 30mBrussels Airlines
Mon 18/1123:55NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,327
Sun 10/1120:55JFK - NBO
2 stops32h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 22/1118:00NBO - JFK
2 stops32h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,342
Tue 12/1115:55JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 15mLufthansa
Mon 18/1123:55NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 26/3$1,348
Tue 3/918:10JFK - NBO
2 stops21h 20mBrussels Airlines
Fri 20/922:30NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,352
Mon 11/1122:10JFK - NBO
1 stop40h 00mBrussels Airlines
Wed 20/1123:55NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 25mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,353
Mon 9/917:30JFK - NBO
3 stops46h 00mBrussels Airlines
Mon 23/922:30NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,356
Wed 13/1115:55JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 15mBrussels Airlines
Wed 20/1123:55NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,359
Sun 10/1118:25JFK - NBO
1 stop18h 30mBrussels Airlines
Wed 20/1123:55NBO - JFK
2 stops28h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,365

Flights to Africa departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Africa, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Wed 3/422:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/403:55NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,419
Wed 3/400:20JFK - NBO
1 stop18h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/403:25NBO - JFK
1 stop38h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,545
Wed 3/422:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 14/418:00NBO - JFK
2 stops33h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,658
Wed 3/417:30JFK - NBO
1 stop20h 10mDelta
Tue 9/423:50NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 09mDelta
Deal found 26/3$1,715
Tue 2/414:30JFK - NBO
2 stops24h 25mDelta
Wed 10/422:50NBO - JFK
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,721
Sun 7/409:32JFK - NBO
2 stops28h 08mDelta
Tue 23/423:59NBO - JFK
2 stops26h 40mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,736
Tue 2/418:30JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 25mDelta
Thu 11/423:50NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 09mDelta
Deal found 26/3$1,747
Fri 5/419:30JFK - NBO
1 stop18h 10mDelta
Wed 10/422:50NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 35mDelta
Deal found 26/3$1,750
Tue 2/415:45JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 35mLufthansa
Fri 12/423:10NBO - JFK
1 stop27h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 27/3$1,788

One-way flights to Africa

Explore one-way flight options to Africa for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Sun 12/508:20JFK - NBO
2 stops29h 20mDelta
Deal found 27/3$978
Sun 14/418:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 55mDelta
Deal found 28/3$985
Tue 10/918:10JFK - NBO
2 stops21h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,024
Thu 8/812:40JFK - NBO
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,033
Sat 4/518:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 55mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,048
Fri 19/418:40JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 15mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,065
Wed 1/501:20JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 27/3$1,070
Tue 10/915:45JFK - NBO
3 stops23h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,083
Mon 9/915:45JFK - NBO
3 stops47h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,102

Direct flights to Africa

Sat 11/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Sat 13/708:45NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$4,813
Sat 27/413:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Mon 13/523:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$4,819
Fri 10/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Fri 12/723:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$5,214
Sun 12/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Fri 19/723:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 26/3$5,329
Sat 18/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Fri 26/723:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 26/3$5,671
Tue 14/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Thu 11/708:45NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$15,282
Wed 15/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Sun 14/723:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$18,117
Fri 10/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Tue 9/723:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$20,415

Find flights to Africa within your budget

Locate flights to Africa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$1,307 - $1,894

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New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/9

2 stops21h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/9

1 stop21h 30m

$1,307

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 20/9

1 stop18h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 30/9

1 stop31h 25m

$1,385

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/5

2 stops31h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 24/5

1 stop25h 20m

$1,399

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/9

1 stop22h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 24/9

1 stop28h 10m

$1,436

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/4

2 stops20h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 29/4

2 stops57h 00m

$1,499

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/8

1 stop17h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/9

1 stop25h 50m

$1,580

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 25/5

2 stops40h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/6

1 stop25h 20m

$1,601

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 26/4

2 stops41h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 3/5

2 stops48h 20m

$1,643

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 17/5

1 stop31h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/7

1 stop29h 55m

$1,894

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Average price of flights to Africa by month

Plan your trip to Africa by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Africa is currently $1,043 while a return flight costs $1,527. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Africa (average of $1,110). Flying to Africa in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,791). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,842

February

$1,701

March

$1,758

April

$1,963

May

$1,895

June

$2,174

July

$2,200

August

$2,061

September

$2,351

October

$1,888

November

$1,860

December

$2,744

Temperature and rainfall in Africa by month

Plan your trip to Africa by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CAI

Temperature

13 - 28 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Africa, 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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Africa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Africa. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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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 28 March 2024.
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.1
Very Good
4,156 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.9
Good
1,684 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.9
Good
1,192 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.7
Good
4,553 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Africa?

South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria and Zimbabwe are the most popular flight destinations in Africa.

With an ancient history dating back to 3300 BC, Africa has an indefinable mystery and allure surrounding it, and each country within this large continent differs dramatically. From the North African countries – Morocco, Egypt or Tunisia through Nigeria, Sudan and Mali to South Africa the countries and their languages are varied and mix their African heritage with multicultural influences.

It’s important to plan your African trip right since it is such a vast continent with an abundance of attractions to see and must-try activities. If you’re interested in seeing wild animals then visit Kenya for the most impressive wildlife and the best organised tours. Or if history is your forte, where better to revel in the past than the ancient land of the pyramids and pharaohs? Visit Egypt for an experience of a lifetime. But if your idea of the perfect holiday is to spend lazy days on unspoilt beaches, then visit Africa’s popular island – Zanzibar in Tanzania.

Africa climate

The weather throughout the African continent is generally the same: warm year-round. But the North African countries including Egypt and Tunisia tend to be extremely hot between the months of June and September. High season is from September to April when the weather’s milder.

What is good to know if travelling to Africa?

  • Many travellers would pick the Caribbean when searching for a beach destination, but Africa has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Mauritius in the Indian Ocean, for example, has some of the best diving and fishing in the area. While the island of Zanzibar in Tanzania has been dubbed “paradise” by many visitors because of its turquoise waters.
  • History buffs should head to Tunisia where they’ll find ancient Roman ruins in Carthage and Roman mosaics in the Unesco World-Heritage protected Medina. Libya is another fascinating North African country that boasts remnants of Greek and Roman civilizations. And Egypt, of course, is undeniably the mecca of archaeologists and historians.
  • Zebras running in the wild, elephants brushing up against your jeep; these are the images of safari, and Kenya offers visitors an authentic experience in game lodges and tented camps. Less popular, but virtually untouched, is Botswana – home to the spectacular Okavango Delta. Here, you’ll find a 5,850 sq. mile (15, 151 sq km) inland flood plain filled with waterways, forests, islands and stunning wildlife.
  • If Lawrence of Arabia ever inspired you to ride on a horse through the endless desert, then you’ll get your wish in Mali. This West African country sits on the edge of the Sahara, the world’s largest desert, where nomads and camels ride in from the legendary city of Timbuktu.
  • Safaris, beaches, nightlife and history: South Africa combines them all seamlessly. Head to Cape Town and visit the infamous Robben Island prison where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned under Apartheid. Then take the cable car up to Table Mountain and enjoy the sensational views of the city.
  • When is the best time to fly to Africa?

    The best time for game watching is in mid-summer, specifically July when the rainy season is over. South Africa enjoys its high season in December and January when hoards of tourists visit its cities but flights and accommodation are pricier during this period. Try to avoid visiting in from September to January when the gale winds blow wildly. Countries closer to the Indian Ocean, Tanzania and Mauritius for example, have a heavy tropical rainy season that runs anywhere from January to March or even until June in some countries. For the best weather visit Africa anytime between June and October but try to avoid the scorching heat from December to March.

  • What is the best way to travel around Africa?

    For those who prefer a hassle-free journey, it is possible to book safari tours which are the easiest way to see the continent or consider hiring a car from the airport. Group tours may work out cheaper and you will have all your accommodation, transport and food usually included. When booking flights to Africa, public buses are affordable and give you a more authentic experience but take a little more planning. Bus trips are especially useful for city or inter-city travel within countries where road infrastructure is relatively good. Minivans are also incredibly cheap, offering options for longer journeys to neighbouring countries. If your flights to Africa are in the south, you can take advantage of the Baz Bus, which has designated routes throughout South Africa on popular trails. You could also book flights to Africa within countries if you prefer.

  • What are some things to do in Africa?

    If you are visiting Kenya, undoubtedly one of the best attractions are the safari tours where you can get to experience the wildlife in their natural habitats and learn about the conservation projects which aim to protect endangered species. The Ugandan and Rwandan rainforests are home to the endangered mountain gorillas. If you enjoy hiking, Mount Kilimanjaro is a popular trek, or for the more adventurous, there are options to bungee jump off a bridge at Victoria Falls, or swim up to the edge of the falls.

  • How long is the flight to Africa?

    You can find flights to Africa from Melbourne Airport (MEL) in Australia which will take you to Johannesburg Airport (JNB) in around 39h which include one stopover in Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). You can also book flights to Africa from Melbourne to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) in Kenya with a flight duration of around 37h with two stopovers in Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) and Cairo Airport (CAI). Find cheap flights to Africa with Emirates Airlines from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Accra Kotoka Airport (ACC) in Ghana with one stop in Dubai Airport (DXB) for a flight time of around 25h, or equally, Africa flight deals from Brisbane to Nairobi airports with one stopover in Dubai and a flight duration of around 24h.

  • What do I need to do before my flight to Africa?

    Before you book your cheap flights to Africa, remember to check your visa requirements for the country you are visiting. When you compare flights to Africa, bear in mind that you will need a tourist visa in most circumstances, a valid biometric passport, and proof of your accommodation, return airfares and sufficient funds to cover your stay. When flying to Africa, it is also advisable to check vaccination requirements, particularly regarding Malaria and Yellow Fever which can be widespread throughout the continent, particularly in central Africa. You may want to download the Uber app for travel purposes as services are economical, popular and convenient, especially in south Africa.

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