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$978+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Johannesburg

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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — JNB
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sun 3/157:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/2312:45 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops44h 14m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,449
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 3/147:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/238:30 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops36h 29m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,489
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Wed 4/17:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops41h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/158:40 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops35h 14m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/10$1,491
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/67:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops41h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/138:40 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops35h 49m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/9$1,515
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/127:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops40h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/251:45 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops42h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,528
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 3/147:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/228:30 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops36h 29m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,529
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/187:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3/241:45 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops43h 14m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,534
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/137:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/251:45 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops42h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,568
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/177:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops40h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/2212:45 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops44h 14m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,574
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 3/1611:31 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops36h 09m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/238:30 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops36h 29m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,592
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/157:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops40h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/1912:45 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops43h 38m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,594

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 March 10, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,491
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$978
(Ovago)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,226
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg 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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/17

7:05 am-8:50 am

2 stops40h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/21

2:45 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops41h 44m

$1,636

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/29

10:07 am-4:00 am

2 stops32h 53m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/10

2:45 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops36h 13m

$1,686

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/29

6:47 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops38h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/10

1:45 pm-10:55 pm

3 stops42h 10m

$2,237

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/29

7:00 am-9:20 am

3 stops41h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/13

7:20 pm-10:37 pm

3 stops36h 17m

$2,712

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/30

8:09 am-9:20 am

3 stops40h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/13

7:20 pm-10:37 pm

3 stops36h 17m

$2,726

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/2

8:09 am-9:20 am

3 stops40h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/17

7:20 pm-10:37 pm

3 stops36h 17m

$2,726

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/3

7:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/25

9:55 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$2,746

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/4

8:09 am-9:20 am

3 stops40h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/18

7:20 pm-10:37 pm

3 stops60h 17m

$3,213
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/29

12:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/22

8:25 pm-7:28 pm

2 stops32h 03m

$8,122

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/10

10:35 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/24

11:15 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$11,266

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg (average of $770). Flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,146). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated March 10, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways and American Airlines from Sacramento to Johannesburg have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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
3,744 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,414 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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 Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg from Sacramento Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Sacramento airport to Johannesburg. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Sacramento Intl (SMF) from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg?

    For as low as $2,370, Qatar Airways can have you in Johannesburg from Sacramento in 22h 15m. Sacramento and Johannesburg are separated by a distance of 10480 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $1,233. Another option worth looking into is Qatar Airways, starting at $1,350 round trip. American Airlines is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg (average of $770). Flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,146). 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 Johannesburg

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg. 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,233Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,350Average$1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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