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$735+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to San Diego (SAN)

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 7/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Diego are usually found in February or March, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to San Diego (SAN). 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,082
(Delta)

One-way from

$735
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,053
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Diego
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 9/2811:30 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops28h 26mDelta
Sat 10/410:15 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops36h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/10$1,082
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/197:45 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop30h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 1/36:10 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop27h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,156
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 12/197:45 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop30h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:10 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop27h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,186
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/249:20 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop24h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/318:45 amSAN - JNB
2 stops38h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,205
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/205:55 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops32h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/11:49 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops35h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,251
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2010:50 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops49h 13mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/3010:30 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$1,554
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/227:00 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops33h 42mLufthansa
Wed 10/15:15 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops54h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,691

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

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

11:30 pm-6:56 pm

2 stops28h 26m

San Diego

Sat 10/4

10:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$1,082

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/24

9:20 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop24h 48m

San Diego

Thu 7/31

8:45 am-8:35 am

2 stops38h 50m

$1,205

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/23

7:25 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops33h 54m

San Diego

Sun 9/28

4:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop29h 20m

$1,216

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/20

5:55 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops32h 34m

San Diego

Wed 10/1

1:49 pm-10:35 am

2 stops35h 46m

$1,251

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/20

10:50 pm-3:03 pm

3 stops49h 13m

San Diego

Tue 9/30

10:30 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$1,554

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/22

7:00 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops33h 42m

San Diego

Wed 10/1

5:15 pm-8:35 am

2 stops54h 20m

$1,691

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/13

5:00 pm-12:52 pm

2 stops52h 52m

$735

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/31

11:15 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop45h 45m

$851

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/13

8:25 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops55h 32m

$906

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/13

7:25 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$969

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 5 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Diego. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Diego from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the San Diego airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego round-trip from $1,082. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,205, and British Airways, from $1,216. Users have found that Delta is 1% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $851. Users have also found prices from $906 and $969 on Qatar Airways and British Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 airline flying from OR Tambo to San Diego

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DeltaCheapest$948Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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