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$882+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CPT
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,252
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$882
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,631
From Sacramento Intl to Cape Town Intl
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/272:22 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops32h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/116:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops31h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$1,252
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:15 amSMF - CPT
2 stops41h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 11/1112:35 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops43h 19mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/18$1,296
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/411:00 amSMF - CPT
2 stops38h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 10/296:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops37h 49mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/17$1,335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:00 amSMF - CPT
1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/118:50 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops35h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,630
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/24:29 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops33h 31mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/96:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops36h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,703
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:22 amSMF - CPT
2 stops38h 28mQatar Airways
Thu 10/91:00 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops43h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/17$1,724
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/21:02 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops36h 58mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/106:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops35h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$1,786
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2110:30 pmSMF - CPT
1 stop34h 20mDelta
Wed 10/1511:15 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops29h 01mDelta
Deal found 8/16$1,798
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2710:34 amSMF - CPT
3 stops61h 51mSingapore Airlines
Tue 11/1110:40 amCPT - SMF
3 stops67h 58mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 8/17$1,802
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/48:15 amSMF - CPT
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/297:50 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops35h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$1,805
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/27:01 amSMF - CPT
2 stops23h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/108:00 pmCPT - SMF
1 stop35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,811

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Cape Town that are best for you.

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SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

2:22 pm-8:05 am

2 stops32h 43m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

6:55 pm-4:42 pm

2 stops31h 47m

$1,252

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/21

2:14 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 46m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/15

6:55 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops32h 57m

$1,252

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

8:15 am-10:30 am

2 stops41h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

12:35 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops43h 19m

$1,296

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/4

11:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops38h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

6:55 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops37h 49m

$1,335

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

8:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

8:50 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,630

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

4:29 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 31m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/10

6:55 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops35h 02m

$1,703

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

4:29 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 31m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

6:55 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops36h 36m

$1,703

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

11:22 am-10:50 am

2 stops38h 28m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

1:00 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops43h 46m

$1,724

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/15

6:50 am-10:50 am

2 stops43h 00m

$882

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/15

7:36 pm-11:50 am

3 stops55h 14m

$898

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Sacramento to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Cape Town at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Cape Town, such as Qatar Airways and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Cape Town?

    Airlines like American Airlines and Qatar Airways fly from Sacramento to Cape Town in about 32h 43m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 32m. Sacramento and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 10208 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Cape Town round-trip?

    Qatar Airways, at $1,382, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. These flights start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Sacramento to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Sacramento to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,382Average$1,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,432Average$1,631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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