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$1,235+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to South Africa

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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — JNB
dic 7 — dic 141
dom 12/7
dom 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on novembre 7, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
mer 12/34:55 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
mer 12/1010:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
ven 12/54:55 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
ven 12/1210:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops33h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,410
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
lun 11/176:05 amSMF - CPT
2 stops24h 05mUnited Airlines
gio 11/278:50 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,476
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
lun 11/106:30 amSMF - CPT
2 stops42h 00mQatar Airways
mer 11/126:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops37h 42mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,825
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer 12/311:23 pmSMF - JNB
1 stop33h 12mMultiple Airlines
mer 12/108:15 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops35h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,896
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun 12/224:27 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops53h 08mBritish Airways
dom 12/287:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops37h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,903
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
sab 11/156:30 amSMF - DUR
3 stops42h 25mQatar Airways
mer 11/1912:25 pmDUR - SMF
3 stops44h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$2,023
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
ven 11/287:00 amSMF - CPT
2 stops25h 00mUnited Airlines
dom 1/118:50 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops35h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$2,044
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
lun 12/228:35 amSMF - CPT
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
lun 12/2911:35 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops33h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$2,138
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
lun 11/1712:22 pmSMF - CPT
1 stop20h 53mVirgin Atlantic
gio 11/279:30 pmCPT - SMF
1 stop33h 18mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/5$2,197
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 12/214:27 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops55h 58mBritish Airways
dom 12/287:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops37h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/6$2,203
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven 12/511:23 pmSMF - JNB
1 stop33h 12mMultiple Airlines
ven 12/127:45 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$2,235

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated novembre 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,234
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$998
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,287
From Sacramento Intl to South Africa
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to South Africa that are best for you.

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SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

sab 2/28

4:56 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer 3/4

7:35 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,235

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

ven 2/27

4:56 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ven 3/13

10:00 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops33h 02m

$1,235

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

mar 1/20

9:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops39h 30m

Cape Town Intl

ven 2/6

12:35 pm-8:03 pm

2 stops41h 28m

$1,412

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

gio 1/22

9:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops39h 30m

Cape Town Intl

ven 2/6

12:35 pm-8:03 pm

2 stops41h 28m

$1,412

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

mar 1/20

9:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops39h 30m

Cape Town Intl

lun 2/2

7:00 pm-8:03 pm

2 stops35h 03m

$1,412

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

mar 1/20

4:35 pm-8:05 am

2 stops29h 30m

Cape Town Intl

ven 1/30

6:55 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$1,436

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

sab 1/24

4:35 pm-8:05 am

2 stops29h 30m

Cape Town Intl

gio 2/5

6:55 pm-8:47 pm

2 stops35h 52m

$1,436

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

ven 1/23

4:35 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 35m

Cape Town Intl

lun 2/2

8:35 pm-7:36 pm

2 stops33h 01m

$1,436

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

ven 4/17

2:43 pm-11:00 am

2 stops59h 17m

Cape Town Intl

mar 5/5

6:50 pm-6:16 pm

2 stops32h 26m

$1,438

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

lun 11/17

6:05 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Cape Town Intl

gio 11/27

8:50 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$1,476

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to South Africa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa (average of $956). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,300). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated novembre 7, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sacramento to South Africa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated novembre 7, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Sacramento to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Africa from Sacramento.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to South Africa?

    American Airlines, Qatar Airways, and British Airways can get you from Sacramento to South Africa in just under 29h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h. The distance between Sacramento and South Africa is about 10208 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $6,011. United Airlines flights start at $6,413 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $8,462 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sacramento to South Africa?

    While some choose either Sacramento Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Sacramento Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Sacramento Intl - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from Sacramento to South Africa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to South Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa (average of $956). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,300). 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 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to South Africa. 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 novembre 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,166Average$1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,176Average$1,715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,472Average$1,888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$2,153Average$2,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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