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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Johannesburg from $1,563

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/8. 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 5 — May 121
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in March or February, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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 April 30, 2024.

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July

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March

Average price

$1,545

Round-trip from

$1,193
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Johannesburg?

Departing on a Sunday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 46% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 137% by booking at least 59 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Sacramento to Johannesburg within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,167.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Johannesburg?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Johannesburg. Flights to Johannesburg from Sacramento in March are about $1,443 on average during March, but can be found for as low as $602.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Johannesburg (SMF - JNB)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Sacramento to Johannesburg in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Delta flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Sacramento and Johannesburg. 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 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Mon 7/17:05 amSMF - JNB
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Fri 7/196:50 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops30h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/29$2,603
Mon 7/17:05 amSMF - JNB
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Fri 7/199:55 pmJNB - SMF
1 stop30h 08mDelta
Deal found 4/29$4,576

Cheap Sacramento to Johannesburg flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to Johannesburg specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,948,547 searches. Prices were last updated on April 30, 2024.
Tue 5/2112:37 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops42h 33mQatar Airways
Fri 5/311:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops41h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,778
Tue 5/219:28 amSMF - JNB
2 stops45h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/316:05 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,325
Tue 5/218:33 pmSMF - JNB
3 stops31h 32mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/316:05 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,330

Sacramento to Johannesburg 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sacramento and Johannesburg in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Sun 9/82:33 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops33h 52mBritish Airways
Sat 9/149:05 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops30h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,563
Tue 8/135:33 amSMF - JNB
3 stops27h 12mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/227:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops32h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,618
Tue 5/2112:37 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops42h 33mQatar Airways
Fri 5/311:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops41h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,778
Mon 7/111:00 amSMF - JNB
2 stops36h 30mLufthansa
Fri 7/197:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 37mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,852
Sun 9/811:27 pmSMF - JNB
1 stop33h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/147:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,909
Mon 7/14:05 pmSMF - JNB
3 stops40h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/197:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$2,143
Tue 8/137:05 amSMF - JNB
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Thu 8/229:55 pmJNB - SMF
1 stop34h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/29$2,234
Tue 8/136:05 amSMF - JNB
2 stops27h 55mDelta
Thu 8/229:55 pmJNB - SMF
1 stop34h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/29$2,239
Tue 5/219:28 amSMF - JNB
2 stops45h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/316:05 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,325

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 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.

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Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/21

2 stops42h 33m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/31

2 stops41h 09m

$1,778

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/1

2 stops36h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/19

2 stops36h 37m

$1,852

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/1

3 stops40h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/19

2 stops34h 58m

$2,143

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/21

2 stops45h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/31

3 stops33h 43m

$2,325

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/21

3 stops31h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/31

3 stops33h 43m

$2,330

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/1

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/19

2 stops30h 34m

$2,603

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/1

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/19

1 stop30h 08m

$4,576

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When is the best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 31 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip from Sacramento to Johannesburg by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $2,515. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg (average of $1,193). Flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,810). 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.

January

$1,193

February

$1,222

March

$1,283

April

$1,282

May

$1,396

June

$1,571

July

$1,810

August

$1,493

September

$1,331

October

$1,276

November

$1,283

December

$1,393

Temperature and rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

JNB

Temperature

50 - 68 °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 April 30, 2024.
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,458 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,202 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,742 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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

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 5 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.

  • Can I find flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg for under $1,800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg for under $1,800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,778, but on average you can expect to pay $2,515.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $1,778. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,852 and $2,143, respectively. Qatar Airways is currently priced 4% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    When booking a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, British Airways or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does SMF to JNB mean?

    SMF and JNB are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SMF to JNB refers to a flight route from Sacramento Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sacramento to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sacramento to Johannesburg 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sacramento to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg flight deals updated?

    The Sacramento to Johannesburg flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/30.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg

Discover the top 5 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 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
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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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British AirwaysCheapest$1,410Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,471Average$1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,857Average$2,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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