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$825+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Johannesburg

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SAN — JNB
ene. 3 — ene. 101
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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 diciembre 4, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/307:55 pmSAN - JNB
3 stops36h 40mUnited Airlines
mar. 1/610:00 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop24h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,336
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/97:10 amSAN - JNB
2 stops28h 55mKLM
mar. 12/167:20 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops32h 53mKLM
Deal found 12/2$1,360
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
mar. 12/95:35 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop27h 30mLufthansa
mar. 12/167:45 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops31h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/2$1,398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/98:00 pmSAN - JNB
3 stops36h 35mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/167:45 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,502
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/29:15 amSAN - JNB
2 stops37h 25mQatar Airways
jue. 12/111:45 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops40h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/2$1,618
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/29:55 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops29h 10mEthiopian Air
jue. 12/112:30 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops34h 58mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/2$1,808
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/96:00 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop27h 35mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/1610:00 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops30h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,881
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/305:35 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/68:15 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,906
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/305:35 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop27h 30mLufthansa
mar. 1/610:10 amJNB - SAN
1 stop39h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/1$1,921

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 diciembre 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,132
(Delta)

One-way from

$825
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,918
From San Diego to Johannesburg
One-way flight from San Diego to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($73 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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San Diego

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Johannesburg

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Return

Price

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

sáb. 1/24

9:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 2/6

10:00 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop24h 27m

$1,132

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

lun. 2/9

6:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/18

9:55 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,132

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

jue. 2/5

8:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/18

9:55 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop32h 42m

$1,132

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

mar. 1/20

8:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/18

9:55 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop32h 42m

$1,132

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

mié. 1/28

7:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 2/13

10:00 pm-3:43 pm

2 stops27h 43m

$1,136

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

dom. 1/25

6:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/2

10:00 pm-3:36 pm

2 stops27h 36m

$1,136

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

mié. 5/6

9:15 am-8:50 am

2 stops38h 35m

$825

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

mié. 5/6

5:15 pm-6:40 am

1 stop28h 25m

$839

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

mié. 5/6

9:55 pm-3:55 am

3 stops45h 00m

$909

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Deals found on 12/3

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg (average of $1,049). Flying from San Diego to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,569). 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 SAN to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

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 diciembre 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Johannesburg, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • 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. 4 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 23h 35m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,132. Airlines will cover a distance of 10310 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $1,029 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and British Airways, starting at $1,070 and $1,088 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 28% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg (average of $1,049). Flying from San Diego to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,569). 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 San Diego to Johannesburg

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,029Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,070Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,088Average$1,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,142Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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