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$795+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Johannesburg

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SAN — JNB
Jul 25 — Aug 11
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 25, 2026.

This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1912:50 pm
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 11/109:40 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops35h 09m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$795
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/62:00 pm
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/234:40 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops35h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24$803
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/227:30 pm
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 11/309:40 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops35h 09m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24$885
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/911:05 am
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops37h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 11/289:40 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops35h 23m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$886
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/68:00 am
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 10/239:55 pm
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop31h 23m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24$955
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/93:20 pm
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 10/239:55 pm
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop31h 23m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24$994
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/69:45 pm
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops30h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 10/232:30 pm
JNB
-
SAN
3 stops33h 27m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/24$1,426
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Mon 10/59:45 pm
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops30h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 10/232:30 pm
JNB
-
SAN
3 stops33h 27m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/24$1,454
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/99:45 pm
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops30h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 10/232:30 pm
JNB
-
SAN
3 stops33h 27m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/24$1,498

Find flight deals from San Diego to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 June 25, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,530
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$915
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,898
From San Diego to Johannesburg
One-way flight from San Diego to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($477 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($104 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 June 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 9/1

6:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/13

10:00 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop30h 53m

$1,530

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Fri 8/21

1:34 pm-10:20 am

2 stops35h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/1

11:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 35m

$1,667

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Thu 11/19

11:32 am-11:00 am

2 stops37h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/27

6:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$1,670

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Mon 7/27

7:41 pm-6:30 pm

3 stops37h 49m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/9

7:00 pm-8:46 pm

2 stops34h 46m

$1,782
Cheapest one-way

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 11/15

9:04 pm-10:00 am

3 stops50h 56m

$915

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 11/15

7:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$1,045

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 7/5

10:04 am-7:30 am

2 stops36h 26m

$1,090

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Wed 7/1

10:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop35h 00m

$1,141
Quickest one-way

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 7/25

12:59 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop21h 41m

$1,181

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 7/5

10:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop36h 10m

$1,192

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg (average of $1,121). Flying from San Diego to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,096). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Johannesburg?

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 June 25, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Johannesburg, such as Delta,Virgin Atlantic, andSAUDIA. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Johannesburg?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to Johannesburg. 5 airlines have flights from San Diego to Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Diego to Johannesburg should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Johannesburg?

    A quick flight from San Diego to Johannesburg can take about 26h 55m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,530. Airlines will cover a distance of 10310 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Johannesburg is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,121 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and SAUDIA, starting at $1,142 and $1,226 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Johannesburg?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg (average of $1,121). Flying from San Diego to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,096). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Johannesburg

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 June 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,121Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,142Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$1,226Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,253Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,257Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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