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$1,604+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Johannesburg

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — JNB
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Thu 8/27
Thu 9/3
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 July 28, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/106:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops42h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/178:55 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops35h 39m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,604
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:40 pm
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops48h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/188:55 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops31h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,646
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2310:40 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops41h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 9/3010:50 pm
JNB
-
SMF
3 stops55h 46m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$1,720
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2310:15 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/308:55 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops31h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,739
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2312:08 pm
SMF
-
JNB
1 stop22h 32m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 9/309:55 pm
JNB
-
SMF
1 stop32h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/28$2,075
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 9/236:16 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops28h 24m
Delta
Wed 9/309:55 pm
JNB
-
SMF
1 stop32h 45m
Delta
Deal found 7/28$2,079
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/105:00 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops28h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 9/1710:00 pm
JNB
-
SMF
1 stop33h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$2,080
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1410:14 am
SMF
-
JNB
3 stops48h 06m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 9/188:25 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops47h 27m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/28$2,286
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1010:14 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops48h 06m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 9/171:45 pm
JNB
-
SMF
3 stops39h 46m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/27$2,347
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1012:08 pm
SMF
-
JNB
1 stop22h 32m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 9/179:55 pm
JNB
-
SMF
1 stop32h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/27$2,422

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 July 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,604
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Average price

$2,911
From Sacramento Intl to Johannesburg
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/10

5:00 am-6:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/17

10:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$2,080

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/14

10:14 am-7:20 pm

3 stops48h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/18

8:25 pm-10:52 am

2 stops47h 27m

$2,286

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/10

10:14 am-7:20 pm

2 stops48h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/17

1:45 pm-8:31 pm

3 stops39h 46m

$2,347

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/14

7:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/18

9:55 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop32h 24m

$2,932
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/14

12:08 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/18

9:55 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop32h 24m

$3,680

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/19

10:15 am-5:30 am

2 stops34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/13

7:10 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops35h 47m

$6,700

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/22

8:13 am-9:20 am

3 stops40h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/29

7:20 pm-6:18 pm

3 stops31h 58m

$11,778

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/19

10:48 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop34h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/13

10:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$13,222

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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 July 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with 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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,839 reviews

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,839 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,839 reviews

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

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 1 airline has 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 $3,680, United Airlines can have you in Johannesburg from Sacramento in 22h 32m. Sacramento and Johannesburg are separated by a distance of 10480 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $1,233. American Airlines is currently priced 30% 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.

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Top airline flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg

Discover the top airline 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 July 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,233Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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