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$1,279+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to South Africa

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SMF — JNB
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to South Africa (ZA0). 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 21, 2024.

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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 21, 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 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 Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/251:15 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops43h 45mDelta
Tue 1/79:15 pmCPT - SMF
1 stop24h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/20$3,737
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2710:00 pmSMF - JNB
1 stop35h 00mDelta
Sat 1/47:40 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops37h 31mDelta
Deal found 11/20$3,884
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sun 12/226:00 amSMF - DUR
2 stops49h 10mEmirates
Wed 12/257:10 pmDUR - SMF
2 stops38h 43mEmirates
Deal found 11/21$4,038
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2210:09 amSMF - DUR
2 stops45h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/2511:55 amDUR - SMF
3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$5,663
This Arangrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/24:35 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops31h 45mBritish Airways
Fri 1/39:15 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 51mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/21$6,812
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/274:05 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops55h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/47:35 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops37h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$8,201

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/20

8:07 am-3:55 am

2 stops33h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/9

12:45 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops43h 54m

$1,279

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/20

5:20 am-6:35 pm

3 stops27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/9

10:00 pm-5:42 pm

2 stops29h 42m

$1,432

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

SacramentoJohannesburg

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/30

7:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/9

9:55 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop31h 27m

$1,677

SacramentoCape Town

SMF - CPT

SMFCPT

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/14

10:40 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/22

11:20 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$2,420

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

SacramentoDurban

SMF - DUR

SMFDUR

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/22

6:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops49h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 12/25

7:10 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops38h 43m

$4,038

SacramentoDurban

SMF - DUR

SMFDUR

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/22

10:09 am-5:10 pm

2 stops45h 01m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 12/25

11:55 am-5:40 pm

3 stops39h 45m

$5,663

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to South Africa

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 21, 2024.

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.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa 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 South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 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 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sacramento to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about Qatar Airways, United 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,832 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,148 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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.

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

    While some choose either Sacramento Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Sacramento Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Sacramento Intl - Cape Town Intl 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Sacramento to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,250Average$1,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,429Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,807Average$2,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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