Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to South Africa from $1,093

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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SMF — JNB
May 28 — Jun 41

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa?

To save on the cost of your flight from Sacramento to South Africa, book at least 48 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 35% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,457 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,594.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to South Africa?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Sacramento. Users have commonly found prices around $1,487 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,058. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to South Africa (SMF - ZA)?

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.

Cheap Lufthansa flights from Sacramento to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between Sacramento and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,708,702 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Lufthansa flights heading from Sacramento to South Africa. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Mon 7/112:50 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops34h 40mLufthansa
Fri 7/197:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops32h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 5/22$1,905
Fri 6/213:30 pmSMF - DUR
3 stops62h 10mLufthansa
Sat 7/610:55 amDUR - SMF
3 stops40h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 5/22$2,211
Wed 10/210:44 amSMF - JNB
2 stops36h 46mLufthansa
Tue 10/227:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 5/22$2,490

Cheap American Airlines flights from Sacramento to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Sacramento and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,708,702 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Sacramento to South Africa. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Mon 7/16:00 amSMF - JNB
3 stops42h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/199:05 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops32h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$2,151
Mon 7/16:00 amSMF - JNB
3 stops42h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/199:05 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops47h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$2,175
Sat 10/126:16 amSMF - CPT
2 stops43h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/216:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops37h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/21$6,333
Mon 6/37:24 pmSMF - CPT
3 stops30h 36mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/56:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops31h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$7,813
Tue 6/47:24 pmSMF - CPT
3 stops30h 36mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/56:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops32h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$7,838

Cheap Sacramento to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,708,702 searches. Prices were last updated on May 23, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Sacramento to South Africa in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 6/311:45 amSMF - CPT
2 stops38h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 7/51:00 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops37h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/22$1,582
Mon 6/1011:55 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/167:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,795
Mon 6/104:10 pmSMF - JNB
3 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/167:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,800
Mon 6/1011:20 pmSMF - JNB
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/167:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,809
Mon 6/37:19 amSMF - CPT
1 stop23h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:00 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops48h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,852
Mon 6/37:19 amSMF - CPT
1 stop23h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:00 pmCPT - SMF
1 stop33h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$2,127
Tue 6/411:55 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops32h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:00 pmCPT - SMF
1 stop33h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$2,131
Fri 6/216:00 amSMF - DUR
2 stops43h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 7/612:10 pmDUR - SMF
3 stops41h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/22$2,155
Mon 6/1012:39 pmSMF - JNB
3 stops35h 31mSWISS
Sun 6/167:35 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops34h 23mSWISS
Deal found 5/22$2,184

Sacramento to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sacramento and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,708,702 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Sacramento to South Africa in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 10/910:00 amSMF - JNB
2 stops46h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 10/317:50 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops30h 41mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/22$1,315
Mon 12/96:15 amSMF - CPT
2 stops43h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/238:55 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops35h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,423
Wed 10/910:30 pmSMF - JNB
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/317:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,473
Wed 10/92:15 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops44h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/318:20 amJNB - SMF
3 stops44h 46mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/22$1,558
Mon 6/311:45 amSMF - CPT
2 stops38h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 7/51:00 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops37h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/22$1,582
Tue 8/139:00 amSMF - JNB
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/227:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,647
Mon 12/98:00 amSMF - CPT
1 stop22h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/236:30 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops32h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,666
Wed 7/105:33 amSMF - JNB
3 stops51h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/247:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,726
Tue 8/135:33 amSMF - JNB
3 stops27h 12mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/228:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,731

One-way flights to South Africa from Sacramento

Search for one-way flight options from Sacramento to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,708,702 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Sacramento to South Africa. Users can also find round-trip Sacramento to South Africa flights by using the search form above.
Wed 5/2911:45 amSMF - CPT
2 stops38h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/22$1,093
Wed 5/295:32 amSMF - CPT
3 stops26h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,492

Find flights from Sacramento to South Africa within your budget

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 2,708,702 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.

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Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/9

2 stops46h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/31

2 stops30h 41m

$1,315

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/9

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/31

2 stops36h 16m

$1,473

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/9

2 stops44h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/31

3 stops44h 46m

$1,558

Sacramento IntlCape Town Intl

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/3

2 stops38h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/5

2 stops37h 51m

$1,582

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/13

3 stops27h 12m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/22

2 stops34h 54m

$1,731

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/1

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/19

2 stops32h 45m

$1,905

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/1

3 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/19

2 stops32h 29m

$2,151

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/10

3 stops35h 31m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/16

3 stops34h 23m

$2,184

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/13

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/22

2 stops32h 40m

$2,254

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Deals found on 5/22

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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 May 23, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sacramento to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about Lufthansa, American Airlines and Delta. 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.
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.8
Good
1,967 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.7
Good
4,365 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
10,852 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,395 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Sacramento to South Africa for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to South Africa for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,315, but on average you can expect to pay $1,859.

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

  • What does SMF to JNB mean?

    This is defined as Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sacramento to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sacramento to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sacramento to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sacramento to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sacramento to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sacramento to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sacramento to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Sacramento to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/22.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sacramento to South Africa?

  • When is the best time 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 $1,192). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,250Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,327Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapest$1,345Average$1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,372Average$1,638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,378Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest$1,490Average$1,790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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