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$797+ 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 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — JNB
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,252
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$797
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,612
From Sacramento Intl to South Africa
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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 July 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 10/2712:59 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops34h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/118:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops34h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,252
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Mon 10/2710:50 amSMF - CPT
2 stops38h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 11/1112:35 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops43h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,283
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/289:33 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops49h 47mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/199:50 amJNB - SMF
2 stops45h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,293
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 9/96:50 amSMF - JNB
2 stops41h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 9/181:55 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops41h 57mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Mon 10/278:00 amSMF - CPT
1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/118:50 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops30h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,630
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 10/2710:34 amSMF - CPT
3 stops61h 51mSingapore Airlines
Tue 11/1110:40 amCPT - SMF
3 stops57h 13mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,786
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Mon 10/277:00 amSMF - CPT
1 stop27h 15mDelta
Tue 11/119:30 pmCPT - SMF
1 stop32h 37mDelta
Deal found 7/3$1,850
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 9/97:00 amSMF - JNB
1 stop27h 40mDelta
Thu 9/189:55 pmJNB - SMF
1 stop30h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/1$2,000
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 7/76:34 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops29h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/29:15 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops32h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$2,169
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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
Tue 11/187:10 pmDUR - SMF
2 stops37h 05mEmirates
Deal found 7/1$2,345
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:33 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops26h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/310:40 amCPT - SMF
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$2,590
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 7/76:50 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops38h 45mSingapore Airlines
Sat 8/21:45 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops41h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/2$2,940

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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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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

12:59 pm-8:00 am

2 stops34h 01m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

8:55 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops34h 44m

$1,252

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

10:50 am-10:30 am

2 stops38h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

12:35 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops43h 17m

$1,283

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/28

9:33 pm-8:20 am

2 stops49h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/19

9:50 am-10:37 pm

2 stops45h 47m

$1,293

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/9

6:50 am-9:35 am

2 stops41h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/18

1:55 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops41h 57m

$1,318

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

8:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

8:50 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops30h 46m

$1,630

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

10:34 am-9:25 am

3 stops61h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

10:40 am-9:53 am

3 stops57h 13m

$1,786

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

9:30 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop32h 37m

$1,850

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/9

7:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/18

9:55 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$2,000

SacramentoDurban

SMF - DUR

SMFDUR

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/15

10:40 am-5:10 pm

2 stops44h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 11/18

7:10 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops37h 05m

$2,345

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

8:33 pm-7:40 am

2 stops26h 07m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/3

10:40 am-11:25 am

3 stops34h 45m

$2,590

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/2

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 July 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sacramento to South Africa as you normally would.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Delta 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • 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 $822. American Airlines flights start at $943 while deals on Delta start at $2,328 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,176Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,382Average$1,888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,971Average$2,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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