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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to OR Tambo (JNB) from $1,086

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 5/21. 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.
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 May 16, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Departing on a Sunday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 40% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 35% by booking at least 48 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 OR Tambo Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,457.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Sacramento in January are about $1,487 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $1,058.

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Sacramento to OR Tambo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Sacramento and OR Tambo. 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Consider these cheap Qatar Airways flights we've found departing from Sacramento to Johannesburg. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Sun 11/35:00 amSMF - JNB
2 stops36h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 11/191:40 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops40h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,289
Thu 10/1012:38 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops42h 32mQatar Airways
Sat 10/198:15 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$5,711

Cheap American Airlines flights from Sacramento to OR Tambo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Sacramento and OR Tambo. 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on American Airlines flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 5/3011:45 amSMF - JNB
2 stops36h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/67:20 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,431
Thu 5/3011:59 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops48h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/67:20 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops49h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,641
Sat 7/2011:30 amSMF - JNB
2 stops36h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/277:20 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,689
Mon 7/111:37 amSMF - JNB
2 stops37h 13mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/199:05 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops47h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$2,341

Cheap Sacramento to OR Tambo flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to OR Tambo specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Sacramento to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 5/3011:45 amSMF - JNB
2 stops36h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/67:20 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,431
Thu 5/3011:59 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops48h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/67:20 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops49h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,641

Sacramento to OR Tambo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sacramento and OR Tambo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Sacramento to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 11/35:00 amSMF - JNB
2 stops36h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 11/191:40 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops40h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,289
Thu 5/3011:45 amSMF - JNB
2 stops36h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/67:20 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,431
Sun 11/39:45 pmSMF - JNB
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/197:35 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops35h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,527
Tue 8/138:00 amSMF - JNB
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/227:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,623
Thu 5/3011:59 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops48h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/67:20 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops49h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,641
Sat 7/2011:30 amSMF - JNB
2 stops36h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/277:20 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops36h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,689
Tue 8/135:33 amSMF - JNB
3 stops27h 12mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/228:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,731
Mon 7/18:00 amSMF - JNB
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/197:00 pmJNB - SMF
2 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,779
Tue 8/1310:50 pmSMF - JNB
2 stops29h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/222:30 pmJNB - SMF
3 stops39h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,864

One-way flights to OR Tambo from Sacramento

Search for one-way flight options from Sacramento to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Sacramento to Johannesburg. Those needing a return flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg can use the search form above.
Tue 5/2111:45 amSMF - JNB
2 stops37h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,086
Tue 5/2112:09 pmSMF - JNB
3 stops59h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,256
Tue 5/217:00 amSMF - JNB
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,747

Find flights from Sacramento to OR Tambo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to OR Tambo 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/3

2 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/19

2 stops40h 23m

$1,289

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/30

2 stops36h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/6

2 stops36h 37m

$1,431

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/3

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/19

2 stops35h 14m

$1,527

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/13

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/22

2 stops36h 52m

$1,623

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/30

2 stops48h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/6

3 stops49h 52m

$1,641

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/20

2 stops36h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/27

2 stops36h 37m

$1,689

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/13

2 stops29h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/22

3 stops39h 10m

$1,864

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/3

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/19

1 stop35h 11m

$1,885

Sacramento IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SMF - JNB

SMFJNB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/20

3 stops40h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/27

2 stops36h 00m

$2,144

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Deals found on 5/15

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip from Sacramento to OR Tambo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sacramento to OR Tambo is currently $1,363 while a round-trip flight costs $1,677. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,192). Flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,781). 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

$1,192

February

$1,221

March

$1,283

April

$1,280

May

$1,401

June

$1,572

July

$1,781

August

$1,491

September

$1,341

October

$1,269

November

$1,289

December

$1,388

Temperature and rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

JNB

Temperature

50 - 68 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, American Airlines and Delta from Sacramento to Johannesburg have to say. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
4,387 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
10,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Ethiopian Air
7.4
Good
787 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,514 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 5 airlines have flights from Sacramento Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • Can I find flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,289, but on average you can expect to pay $2,717.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at $1,289. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at $1,431 and $1,864, respectively. Qatar Airways is currently priced 26% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    American Airlines, British Airways and Delta are the most popular airlines when flying from Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • 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.

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

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

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sacramento to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sacramento to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

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

    The Sacramento to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to OR Tambo. 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 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$1,389Average$1,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,476Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,857Average$2,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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