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$699+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 7/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — JNB
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,175
(Ovago)

One-way from

$699
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,374
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 5/129:30 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops30h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 5/262:30 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops33h 29mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/29$1,175
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/124:00 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops32h 20mSWISS
Mon 5/267:35 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops34h 01mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$1,209
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/44:40 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop31h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 9/189:15 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop26h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 9/45:01 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops31h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/189:15 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop26h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,245
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1510:10 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/227:00 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops33h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 6/159:30 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops35h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/257:00 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops33h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,373
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 6/88:00 amSAN - JNB
2 stops28h 20mKLM
Sun 6/2911:15 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops30h 25mKLM
Deal found 4/29$1,567
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/104:00 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops31h 30mDelta
Mon 7/286:50 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops29h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/29$1,631
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 12/165:20 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop27h 45mLufthansa
Tue 1/610:10 amJNB - SAN
1 stop39h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$1,867

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Price

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Mon 5/12

9:30 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/26

2:30 pm-2:59 pm

3 stops33h 29m

$1,175

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Mon 5/12

4:00 pm-9:20 am

2 stops32h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/26

7:35 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops34h 01m

$1,209

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Thu 9/4

4:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/18

9:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$1,240

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Thu 9/4

5:01 pm-9:25 am

2 stops31h 24m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/18

9:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$1,245

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 6/15

10:10 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/22

7:00 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops33h 47m

$1,333

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 6/15

9:30 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/25

7:00 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops33h 38m

$1,373

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 6/8

8:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/29

11:15 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,567

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Thu 7/10

4:00 pm-8:30 am

2 stops31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/28

6:50 pm-3:19 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$1,631

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 7/26

11:04 am-10:35 am

2 stops38h 31m

$699

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Fri 7/25

10:00 pm-3:55 am

3 stops44h 55m

$1,206

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to OR Tambo in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 52% on airfare.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 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 April 29, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 OR Tambo?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air ($1,175), SWISS ($1,209), and British Airways ($1,240) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from San Diego to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 OR Tambo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,029Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,070Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,157Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,326Average$1,954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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