Johannesburg

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

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SAN — JNB
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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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 December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/175:08 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops39h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1010:00 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops29h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,838
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/186:30 amSAN - JNB
2 stops26h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/910:00 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops32h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,042
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/174:04 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops34h 06mAir France
Sat 1/107:20 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops33h 33mAir France
Deal found 12/17$3,074
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:05 amSAN - JNB
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Sat 12/207:20 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops32h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/17$3,355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/1910:30 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/310:00 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops29h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$3,491
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Thu 12/1811:05 amSAN - JNB
1 stop21h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 1/910:00 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops29h 39mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/16$3,612
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/1812:56 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops34h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2010:00 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops32h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$3,958

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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,123
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$825
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,934
From San Diego to Johannesburg
One-way flight from San Diego to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Johannesburg

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Return

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San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Fri 1/30

8:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

9:55 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop30h 56m

$1,123

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 1/27

11:08 am-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

9:55 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop32h 42m

$1,132

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 1/24

6:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

9:55 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop30h 56m

$1,132

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 1/27

10:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

10:00 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$1,137

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Fri 1/30

11:11 am-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 49m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

9:55 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops34h 52m

$1,137

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 1/24

6:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

10:00 pm-3:36 pm

2 stops27h 36m

$1,137

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Thu 2/5

6:15 am-7:00 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/18

9:55 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,137

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Fri 1/30

7:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

10:00 pm-8:49 pm

3 stops32h 49m

$1,137

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 1/24

11:11 am-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 49m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

9:55 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops34h 52m

$1,137

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 1/25

7:45 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

10:00 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop24h 27m

$1,137

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Johannesburg

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 $1,038). Flying from San Diego to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,777). 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 December 18, 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 December 18, 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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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 21h 52m. Virgin Atlantic 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 $1,038). Flying from San Diego to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,777). 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

Discover the top 4 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,029Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,070Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,088Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,142Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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