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$1,527+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Cape Town (CPT)

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SMF — CPT
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

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Average price

$1,582

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$1,527
(United)
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/95:45 amSMF - CPT
2 stops39h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/238:50 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops28h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,607
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 11/2110:50 amSMF - CPT
2 stops34h 50mLufthansa
Wed 11/279:30 amCPT - SMF
2 stops41h 48mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$2,335
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:00 amSMF - CPT
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/75:15 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$3,224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/1510:30 pmSMF - CPT
1 stop34h 30mDelta
Mon 12/308:05 amCPT - SMF
2 stops46h 33mDelta
Deal found 11/19$3,470
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1612:03 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops43h 22mQatar Airways
Tue 12/3112:35 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops43h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$3,496
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2510:50 amSMF - CPT
2 stops33h 40mAir France
Tue 1/78:30 amCPT - SMF
2 stops48h 07mAir France
Deal found 11/19$3,844
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/166:15 amSMF - CPT
2 stops29h 55mKLM
Tue 12/3111:59 pmCPT - SMF
2 stops30h 39mKLM
Deal found 11/19$3,897

Find flights from Sacramento to Cape Town within your budget

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SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/12

6:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops48h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/28

7:50 pm-12:14 am

2 stops38h 24m

$1,527

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/12

8:07 pm-10:55 am

2 stops52h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/28

8:50 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$1,533

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/14

10:45 am-7:40 am

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/22

9:30 am-9:08 pm

2 stops45h 38m

$1,585

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/15

10:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/30

8:05 am-8:38 pm

2 stops46h 33m

$3,470

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/16

12:03 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops43h 22m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/31

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops43h 55m

$3,496

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/25

10:50 am-6:30 am

2 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/7

8:30 am-10:37 pm

2 stops48h 07m

$3,844

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/16

6:15 am-10:10 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/31

11:59 pm-8:38 pm

2 stops30h 39m

$3,897

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/1

8:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops42h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/16

10:00 pm-7:28 pm

2 stops31h 28m

$6,653

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Deals found on 11/20

Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Cape Town

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Cape Town in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sacramento to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from Sacramento to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Cape Town at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,523 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Cape Town round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $1,533, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and Delta. These flights start at 14% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from Sacramento to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 airline flying from Sacramento to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,429Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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