$1,174+ Cheap flights to Africa

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 16/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Africa in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Africa. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 August 2026.

Sat 5/909:00 -
1 stop30h 40m
Sat 12/913:15 -
1 stop32h 15m
Deal found 7/8$2,142
Sat 29/821:20 -
1 stop42h 10m
Thu 10/913:15 -
1 stop32h 15m
Deal found 6/8$2,147
Thu 29/1013:45 -
2 stops45h 10m
Sat 14/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 35m
Deal found 8/8$2,167
Tue 3/1108:35 -
1 stop20h 50m
Tue 24/1121:35 -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 7/8$2,191
Tue 3/1117:45 -
2 stops34h 40m
Thu 26/1112:35 -
2 stops48h 50m
Deal found 7/8$2,191
Sun 15/1108:35 -
1 stop20h 50m
Mon 30/1117:55 -
1 stop18h 05m
Deal found 5/8$2,193
Sat 5/921:00 -
1 stop46h 00m
Sat 19/913:45 -
1 stop40h 50m
Deal found 7/8$2,201
Tue 13/1017:15 -
2 stops35h 15m
Thu 26/1112:35 -
2 stops48h 50m
Deal found 6/8$2,206
Tue 3/1111:20 -
2 stops32h 00m
Tue 24/1109:50 -
2 stops36h 45m
Deal found 6/8$2,208
Sun 9/817:15 -
2 stops44h 45m
Sun 23/820:55 -
2 stops40h 35m
Deal found 7/8$2,210
Tue 13/1011:10 -
2 stops32h 10m
Tue 3/1109:50 -
2 stops36h 45m
Deal found 5/8$2,212
Tue 1/917:15 -
2 stops44h 45m
Fri 4/914:05 -
2 stops47h 25m
Deal found 5/8$2,213

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Browse one-way and return flights deals to Africa on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 10 August 2026
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Find the latest flights to Africa in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 10 August 2026.

Return from

$2,167

One-way from

$1,174

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,878
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 29/10-14/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 85h 45m total
  • Auckland to Cairo
16/10
  • 16/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 05m total
  • Auckland to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($149 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in August 2026

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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 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 10 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Africa that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/9

09:00-06:40

1 stop30h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 12/9

13:15-06:30

1 stop32h 15m

$2,142

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/9

21:20-06:30

1 stop42h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/9

15:50-15:30

2 stops38h 40m

$2,374

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL Auckland Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/8

20:30-05:30

1 stop43h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

10:05-00:30

2 stops28h 25m

$2,434

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL Auckland Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/11

20:35-16:35

2 stops31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

22:20-20:15

3 stops34h 55m

$2,441

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL Auckland Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/9

20:30-10:15

1 stop47h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

19:10-10:55

1 stop28h 45m

$2,444

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL Auckland Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/9

16:05-16:15

2 stops34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

22:20-10:55

1 stop25h 35m

$2,444

AucklandCairo

AKL Auckland Intl - CAI Cairo

AKLCAI

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/11

22:00-07:30

1 stop44h 30m

Cairo

Sat 7/11

13:00-16:35

1 stop40h 35m

$2,454

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL Auckland Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 16/9

20:30-16:15

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

13:30-10:55

1 stop34h 25m

$2,486

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL Auckland Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/9

20:30-05:30

1 stop43h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

22:20-22:40

2 stops37h 20m

$2,488

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL Auckland Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/8

20:30-20:35

1 stop34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

19:10-13:20

2 stops32h 10m

$2,500

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Best time to book a flight to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Africa

How long is the flight to Africa?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Africa takes 35 hours 58 minutes. Flights to Africa from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Africa?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Africa are RwandAir, Singapore Airlines and China Eastern.

Rainfall in Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Africa ranges from 0.0 - 0.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Africa by month

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

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?

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Africa?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Africa in the last few years. This data was updated on 10 August 2026.
The most popular places in Africa to fly to are South Africa, Egypt, Zimbabwe, Kenya and Morocco.

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 10 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African to Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SIN - LAX

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SIN - LAX

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SIN - LAX

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SIN - LAX

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SIN - LAX

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SIN - LAX

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

FAQs about flying to Africa

  • What are the best ways to travel around Africa?

    When you book flights to Africa that land in Cape Town, you'll have access to several ways to get around the city. One of the most common forms of transport is the MyCiti buses which operate in and around the city centre and along the coast. Rideshare apps are a more popular and convenient way to travel around the city. If you end up in Johannesburg, you can use the Gautrain which will take you to the city centre from the airport. In the city, the most common way to get around is to use rideshare apps. If your cheap flights to Africa head to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, the easiest way to get to major cities is to use Zimbabwe Air flights, while inner-city travel includes bicycles and local taxis.

  • What are some activities to do in Africa?

    Many people think of Africa as one country, but it's much larger and home to 54 countries. The expansive terrain, varied landscape and rich cultural history means Africa is home to thousands of activities and sights to experience. Make your way to Uganda and join in on the only hike in the world where you can trek through the jungle to specifically look for mountain gorillas. The Great Migration happens in mid-July where you'll get to see herds of zebras, wildebeest and gazelles making their way from Masa Mara in Kenya to The Serengeti in Tanzania. If you find yourself in Cape Town, you'll have the chance to explore Table Mountain, one of the seven wonders of the world.

  • How long is the flight to Africa?

    If you're wondering how long flying to Africa will take, you'll first need to know where you're flying to. If you're heading to Johannesburg, you'll find flights from Auckland International Airport to OR Tambo in around 26h with a stopover in Singapore. Singapore Airlines operates flights to Johannesburg from Christchurch in around 29h with stopovers in Auckland and Singapore. If you plan on visiting Victoria Falls, your Africa flight deals are likely to be operated by British Airways or Singapore Airlines, and fly from Auckland to Victoria Falls Airport in around 33h with stopovers in Singapore and Johannesburg. Cheap flights to Africa from Auckland to Cape Town are usually operated by Singapore Airlines in conjunction with British Airways and will get you there in around 32h 55min with stopovers in Singapore and Johannesburg.

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

    When you book flights to Africa, keep a couple of things in mind before starting your travel. Firstly, compare flights to Africa, airfares, and travel time before deciding on where to go. Once you arrive, you'll need to have local currency on you to pay for transport. Exchange your money before arriving at the airport to avoid lower exchange rates. Ensure your passport is valid and only expires at least three months after your date of arrival.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Africa if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Africa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Africa?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Africa.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Africa?

    Addis Ababa Bole is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Africa. One-way flights to Addis Ababa Bole typically cost $68, while return flights cost around $101.

  • How much is a return flight to Africa?

    A return flight to Africa will typically cost around $2,282, however they can be found for as little as $101.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Africa depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Africa, Wellington offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0.0 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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