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Popular UK to Africa Routes

Direct and connecting flights from major UK airports to African destinations

Cairo Egypt Pyramids

London to Cairo

From £229
Egypt Air · British Airways · TUI
4h 30m direct LHR - CAI
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Cape Town South Africa

London to Cape Town

From £459
British Airways · Virgin · South African
11h 30m direct LHR - CPT
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Marrakesh Morocco

Manchester to Marrakesh

From £99
Ryanair · easyJet · TUI
3h 30m direct MAN - RAK
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Nairobi Kenya

London to Nairobi

From £389
Kenya Airways · British Airways
8h 30m direct LHR - NBO
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Airlines Flying to Africa

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Best Time to Book Flights to Africa

Maximize your savings with our expert timing recommendations

Best Value

Low Season

April - June · October - November

Save up to 35%
  • Lower fares, fewer crowds
  • Green season (some rain)
  • Ideal for budget travelers
High Demand

Peak Season

July - September · December - January

Book 3-4 months ahead
  • Great Migration (East Africa)
  • Best safari weather
  • Christmas & New Year holidays

Optimal Booking Window

3 months 5 months

Book 3-5 months before departure for best rates

Cheapest Days to Fly

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Mid-week departures save up to 20% compared to weekends

Popular Flight Deals to Africa

Hand-picked fares from major UK airports with trusted airlines

London (LHR) → Cairo (CAI)

Egypt Air · Direct

From £229 one-way

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Manchester (MAN) → Marrakesh (RAK)

Royal Air Maroc · Direct

From £99 one-way

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London (LHR) → Nairobi (NBO)

Kenya Airways · Direct

From £389 one-way

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Manchester (MAN) → Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines · via ADD hub

From £399 one-way

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London (LHR) → Cape Town (CPT)

British Airways · Direct

From £459 one-way

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Birmingham (BHX) → Sharm (SSH)

TUI · Direct

From £189 one-way

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London (LHR) → Jo'burg (JNB)

South African · Direct

From £449 one-way

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London (STN) → Agadir (AGA)

Ryanair · Direct

From £79 one-way

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about flights to Africa

Flight times vary greatly by destination: North Africa (Morocco, Egypt): 3.5-4.5 hours. West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana): 6-7 hours. East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania): 8-9 hours. Southern Africa (South Africa): 11-12 hours direct.

Major airlines include British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Egypt Air, Royal Air Maroc, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, South African Airways, and TUI. Low-cost carriers like Ryanair and easyJet serve North African destinations like Morocco.

It depends on the region: North Africa is best Mar-May & Sep-Nov (mild weather). East Africa for safari: Jun-Oct (dry season). Southern Africa: May-Oct for wildlife viewing. West Africa: Nov-Mar (dry season). Each region has its own ideal travel window.

Visa requirements vary by country: Morocco, Tunisia, and South Africa offer visa-free or visa-on-arrival for UK citizens. Egypt requires a visa (e-visa available). Kenya, Tanzania, and Nigeria require visas (e-visa options available). Always check current requirements before booking.