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$939+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Johannesburg

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — JNB
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,217
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$939
(oojo)

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January

Average price

$1,734
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Best flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sacramento to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 1/245:59 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops30h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/317:25 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,217
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 1/245:20 amSMF - JNB
3 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/3111:55 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,460
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 1/15:10 amSMF - JNB
2 stops27h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/710:25 amJNB - SMF
2 stops44h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,641
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 5/144:09 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops29h 51mBritish Airways
Sat 5/249:10 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops33h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,767
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 1/112:37 pmSMF - JNB
1 stop20h 23mDelta
Tue 1/77:40 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/17$3,254

Find flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg 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 December 18, 2024.

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SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/24

5:59 pm-10:20 am

2 stops30h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/31

7:25 pm-7:28 pm

2 stops34h 03m

$1,217

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/24

5:20 am-6:35 pm

3 stops27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/31

11:55 pm-12:14 am

2 stops34h 19m

$1,460

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/1

5:10 am-6:35 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/7

10:25 am-8:55 pm

2 stops44h 30m

$2,641

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

4:09 pm-7:00 am

2 stops29h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/24

9:10 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops33h 36m

$2,767

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/1

12:37 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/7

7:40 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops36h 06m

$3,254

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/5

11:11 am-3:55 am

2 stops30h 44m

$939

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/5

6:48 am-3:55 am

3 stops35h 07m

$1,012

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/5

12:42 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 18m

$1,567

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Deals found on 12/17

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sacramento to Johannesburg in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg from Sacramento Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Sacramento airport to Johannesburg. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Sacramento Intl (SMF) from Sacramento’s city center.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $1,217. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $2,641 and $2,767, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Johannesburg one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $939. Users have also found prices from $1,012 and $1,567 on Alaska Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 Johannesburg

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,518Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,785Average$2,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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