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$1,234+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to South Africa

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — JNB
Jan 23 — Jan 301
Fri 1/23
Fri 1/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to South Africa

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 December 24, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/275:10 amSMF - JNB
2 stops27h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/37:45 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops37h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$3,429
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/272:21 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops31h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/31:45 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$3,767
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sat 12/275:10 amSMF - JNB
1 stop27h 25mLufthansa
Sat 1/37:45 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops35h 23mLufthansa
Deal found 12/22$5,655

Find 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 December 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,236
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$1,234
(Ovago)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,801
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

Fri 2/27

4:21 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 04m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/13

10:00 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops34h 21m

$1,236

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/20

4:35 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

10:00 pm-8:47 pm

2 stops32h 47m

$1,261

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/26

11:59 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops29h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

2:35 pm-8:43 pm

3 stops39h 08m

$1,407

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/28

11:35 am-7:35 am

2 stops34h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/1

7:35 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops37h 16m

$1,452

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/17

4:35 pm-10:20 am

2 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/21

8:35 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$1,504

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/26

1:55 pm-9:25 am

3 stops58h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

10:40 am-10:32 am

3 stops56h 52m

$1,566

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/4

4:35 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

6:55 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops37h 56m

$1,647

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/5

8:30 pm-11:00 am

2 stops52h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

6:45 pm-10:08 am

2 stops49h 23m

$1,695

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/26

10:35 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

11:15 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops30h 04m

$1,972

SacramentoDurban

SMF - DUR

SMFDUR

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/28

7:59 pm-10:55 am

3 stops52h 56m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 2/1

12:25 pm-10:51 pm

3 stops44h 26m

$2,050

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa (average of $800). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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 December 24, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sacramento to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 39% 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 December 24, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways, United Airlines, and American 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,690 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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
3,690 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,690 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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
9,111 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,690 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,690 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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 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, Ethiopian Air, and British Airways can get you from Sacramento to South Africa in just under 29h 36m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 53m. 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 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa (average of $800). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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 3 airlines flying from Sacramento to South Africa

Discover the top 3 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 December 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,167Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,432Average$1,901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,472Average$1,888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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