Destinations · 6 min read
Cheap Flights to Africa: Best Routes, Airlines and Booking Tips
Published October 14, 2026
Flights to Africa can be expensive, but smart routing and timing make a real difference.
Use the big connecting hubs
One-stop routes through Istanbul, Doha, Dubai, Addis Ababa, Amsterdam, Paris or London are often cheaper than nonstops.
Cheapest times to fly
Fares usually drop outside December holidays and the summer peak. February to May is often a good window for West Africa.
Popular routes
Accra (ACC), Lagos (LOS), Nairobi (NBO), Johannesburg (JNB), Addis Ababa (ADD) and Casablanca (CMN) have the widest choice of airlines and fares.
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