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$754+ 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — JNB
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
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 January 29, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/274:55 pm
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops31h 30m
American Airlines
Fri 3/137:35 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops33h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,265
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/214:55 pm
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops28h 40m
British Airways
Sat 2/287:35 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops34h 26m
British Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,300
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 2/244:55 pm
SMF
-
CPT
2 stops29h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 3/36:55 pm
CPT
-
SMF
2 stops35h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,384
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/254:55 pm
SMF
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
British Airways
Wed 3/46:55 pm
CPT
-
SMF
2 stops35h 06m
British Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,445
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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
-
DUR
3 stops42h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/2212:25 pm
DUR
-
SMF
3 stops44h 34m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/26$1,519
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/292:56 pm
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops31h 04m
American Airlines
Mon 8/109:15 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops32h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,566
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/316:37 am
SMF
-
JNB
2 stops40h 03m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/48:30 pm
JNB
-
SMF
2 stops36h 21m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,576
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 2/47:00 am
SMF
-
CPT
2 stops25h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 2/88:50 pm
CPT
-
SMF
2 stops30h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,579
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/117:05 am
SMF
-
CPT
1 stop26h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 2/279:30 pm
CPT
-
SMF
1 stop35h 01m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/27$1,584
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/116:15 am
SMF
-
CPT
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/279:30 pm
CPT
-
SMF
1 stop23h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,590
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/2512:25 pm
SMF
-
CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 3/48:50 pm
CPT
-
SMF
2 stops35h 41m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/28$1,636
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/117:15 am
SMF
-
CPT
2 stops44h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 2/272:35 pm
CPT
-
SMF
3 stops40h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/27$1,668

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 January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,265
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$770
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,285
From Sacramento Intl to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to South Africa 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 January 29, 2026.
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

4:55 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/13

7:35 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$1,265

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/21

4:55 pm-7:35 am

2 stops28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/28

7:35 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops34h 26m

$1,300

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

4:55 pm-8:05 am

2 stops29h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

6:55 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops35h 06m

$1,384

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

4:55 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/4

6:55 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops35h 06m

$1,445

SacramentoDurban

SMF - DUR

SMFDUR

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/18

7:00 am-10:55 am

3 stops42h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 3/22

12:25 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops44h 34m

$1,519

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/11

7:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/27

9:30 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop35h 01m

$1,584

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/11

6:15 am-7:15 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/27

9:30 pm-11:14 am

1 stop23h 44m

$1,590

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

12:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/4

8:50 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops35h 41m

$1,636

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/11

7:15 am-1:45 pm

2 stops44h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/27

2:35 pm-9:05 pm

3 stops40h 30m

$1,668

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/12

7:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/28

8:50 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,706

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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 $810). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa 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 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 January 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways 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
3,727 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

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
3,727 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

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
11,206 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

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, British Airways, and Qatar Airways can get you from Sacramento to South Africa in just under 28h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 15m. The distance between Sacramento and South Africa is about 10480 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 - Cape Town Intl or Sacramento Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Sacramento Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 $810). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa 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 South Africa

Discover the top 2 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,167Average$1,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,350Average$1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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