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$1,234+ 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
Dec 14 — Dec 211
Sun 12/14
Sun 12/21
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 November 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 12/611:08 amSMF - JNB
2 stops34h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/1310:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops35h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,310
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/612:31 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops35h 49mBritish Airways
Thu 12/1810:10 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops31h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/11$1,527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/67:00 amSMF - CPT
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/188:50 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops33h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,576
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sat 11/152:54 pmSMF - DUR
3 stops58h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/1912:25 pmDUR - SMF
3 stops35h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,157
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 11/156:30 amSMF - DUR
3 stops42h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 11/1912:25 pmDUR - SMF
3 stops44h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/11$2,293
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sun 12/2810:38 amSMF - CPT
2 stops38h 22mLufthansa
Sun 1/46:45 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops36h 23mLufthansa
Deal found 11/13$2,673
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 12/612:23 pmSMF - CPT
1 stop20h 52mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 12/189:30 pmCPT - SMF
1 stop33h 38mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/11$2,972
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 12/67:00 amSMF - JNB
1 stop26h 00mDelta
Sat 12/1311:59 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops30h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/13$3,013
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1510:40 amSMF - DUR
2 stops44h 30mEmirates
Wed 11/197:10 pmDUR - SMF
2 stops37h 05mEmirates
Deal found 11/13$3,427
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:46 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops53h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/38:30 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops32h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$3,841
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:27 pmSMF - CPT
3 stops32h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/46:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$3,970
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sun 12/289:46 amSMF - CPT
2 stops34h 04mDelta
Sun 1/49:30 pmCPT - SMF
1 stop23h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/13$4,068

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 November 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,234
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,296
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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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

Sat 2/28

4:56 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/4

7:35 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,234

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

4:56 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/13

10:00 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops33h 02m

$1,234

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/10

2:43 pm-7:00 am

2 stops31h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

7:25 pm-6:16 pm

2 stops31h 51m

$1,235

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

11:08 am-7:35 am

2 stops34h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/13

10:00 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops35h 14m

$1,310

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/6

12:32 pm-11:00 am

2 stops37h 28m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

6:50 pm-6:16 pm

2 stops32h 26m

$1,334

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/18

8:50 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$1,576

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/10

7:00 am-8:35 am

3 stops40h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

7:30 pm-3:19 pm

2 stops52h 49m

$1,734

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/10

10:25 am-6:35 pm

3 stops47h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

1:45 pm-9:02 pm

3 stops40h 17m

$1,860

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

12:35 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/13

7:20 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$1,963

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/6

6:10 am-5:10 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

8:00 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop33h 32m

$2,032

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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 $893). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,179). 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 November 14, 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 November 14, 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
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
3,662 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
9,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 and United Airlines can get you from Sacramento to South Africa in just under 23h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 19m. 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 $6,098. British Airways flights start at $6,160 while deals on United Airlines start at $7,113 one-way.

  • 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 $893). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,179). 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 November 14, 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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