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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sacramento from R18 250

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SMF
Jan 5 — Jan 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Sacramento

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Best flights from South Africa to Sacramento
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Sacramento that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 6 December 2025.

Thu 22/122:00JNB - SMF
2 stops35h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 26/116:35SMF - JNB
2 stops53h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/12R18 250
Tue 20/120:50CPT - SMF
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 27/18:45SMF - CPT
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12R18 487
Thu 22/113:40JNB - SMF
3 stops42h 13mSingapore Airlines
Mon 26/116:35SMF - JNB
2 stops40h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/12R30 213
Fri 6/222:00JNB - SMF
2 stops35h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 10/216:35SMF - JNB
2 stops31h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/12R19 436
Fri 13/220:50CPT - SMF
2 stops36h 34mBritish Airways
Tue 17/216:56SMF - CPT
2 stops33h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/12R20 199
Wed 18/220:35CPT - SMF
2 stops37h 24mBritish Airways
Sun 22/214:18SMF - CPT
2 stops35h 52mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/12R22 249
Fri 13/220:50CPT - SMF
3 stops35h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 17/28:45SMF - CPT
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12R33 382
Fri 6/213:40JNB - SMF
3 stops42h 13mSingapore Airlines
Tue 10/27:30SMF - JNB
2 stops60h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/12R39 144

Find flight deals from South Africa to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated 6 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 250

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 165
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 22/1-26/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 88h 30m total
  • South Africa to Sacramento
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 941 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Sacramento 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSacramento

JNB - SMF

JNBSMF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

22:00-23:30

2 stops35h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 26/1

16:35-7:35

2 stops53h 00m

R18 250

Cape TownSacramento

CPT - SMF

CPTSMF

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-13:50

2 stops27h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 27/1

8:45-18:00

2 stops23h 15m

R18 487

JohannesburgSacramento

JNB - SMF

JNBSMF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-23:30

2 stops35h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/2

16:35-10:25

2 stops31h 50m

R19 436

Cape TownSacramento

CPT - SMF

CPTSMF

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

20:50-23:24

2 stops36h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 17/2

16:56-12:10

2 stops33h 14m

R20 199

Cape TownSacramento

CPT - SMF

CPTSMF

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

20:35-23:59

2 stops37h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 22/2

14:18-12:10

2 stops35h 52m

R22 249

JohannesburgSacramento

JNB - SMF

JNBSMF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:40-21:53

3 stops42h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 26/1

16:35-18:35

2 stops40h 00m

R30 213

Cape TownSacramento

CPT - SMF

CPTSMF

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

20:50-21:55

3 stops35h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 17/2

8:45-18:00

2 stops23h 15m

R33 382

JohannesburgSacramento

JNB - SMF

JNBSMF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

13:40-21:53

3 stops42h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/2

7:30-6:10

2 stops60h 40m

R39 144

JohannesburgSacramento

JNB - SMF

JNBSMF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/1

20:30-22:24

2 stops35h 54m

R26 401

Cape TownSacramento

CPT - SMF

CPTSMF

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

20:50-13:50

2 stops27h 00m

R55 208

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Sacramento

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Sacramento

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sacramento (average of R13 488). Flying from South Africa to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 403). 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 ZA to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 December 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from South Africa to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated 6 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Sacramento. 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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 066 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 562 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Sacramento. 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 into for flights to Sacramento from South Africa?

    For a flight from South Africa to Sacramento, you will be flying into Sacramento Intl. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is just 15,2 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Sacramento?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Sacramento can take about 27h. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R18 487. Airlines will cover a distance of 16428 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Sacramento flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Sacramento?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Sacramento 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 South Africa to Sacramento?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sacramento (average of R13 488). Flying from South Africa to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 403). 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 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Sacramento. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 049AverageR16 726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR15 918AverageR18 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 319AverageR20 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 029AverageR20 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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