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$752+ Cheap flights from South Africa 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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SAN
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Mon 3/23
Mon 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to San Diego

Cheapest flights from South Africa to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2026.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/310:00 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops35h 46m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 3/98:00 am
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/19$941
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/68:50 pm
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop25h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 3/237:00 am
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops23h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$983
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/198:05 pm
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops27h 45m
Delta
Mon 5/1110:54 am
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop21h 56m
Delta
Deal found 2/18$990
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 4/207:40 am
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop37h 10m
Delta
Mon 5/1112:49 pm
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 01m
Delta
Deal found 2/18$993
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 4/277:40 am
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop37h 10m
Delta
Sun 5/2410:15 pm
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops34h 35m
Delta
Deal found 2/21$996
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/511:45 pm
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop46h 20m
Delta
Sun 3/222:10 pm
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 05m
Delta
Deal found 2/19$997
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/198:05 pm
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop22h 44m
Delta
Thu 5/141:40 pm
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Delta
Deal found 2/18$999
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 2/209:30 pm
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops35h 19m
Delta
Fri 2/2710:59 am
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops33h 11m
Delta
Deal found 2/19$1,001
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 4/207:40 am
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop37h 10m
Delta
Tue 5/121:40 pm
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Delta
Deal found 2/18$1,002
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Tue 4/218:00 pm
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops25h 52m
United Airlines
Sun 5/1011:04 am
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops37h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,003
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 4/277:40 am
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop37h 10m
Delta
Thu 5/281:40 pm
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Delta
Deal found 2/21$1,005
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 4/227:40 am
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop37h 10m
Delta
Wed 5/1311:01 am
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops33h 49m
Delta
Deal found 2/18$1,006

Find flight deals from South Africa to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated February 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$941
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$752
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$992
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to San Diego 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 February 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

10:00 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops35h 46m

San Diego

Mon 3/9

8:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 00m

$941

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/5

8:50 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop25h 40m

San Diego

Mon 3/23

8:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$983

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/6

8:50 pm-12:14 am

2 stops37h 24m

San Diego

Sun 3/22

10:15 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$983

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/6

8:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop25h 00m

San Diego

Mon 3/23

8:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$983

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/5

8:50 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop25h 40m

San Diego

Sun 3/22

7:00 am-5:00 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$983

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/24

8:05 pm-9:49 am

1 stop22h 44m

San Diego

Sun 5/10

9:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop35h 20m

$990

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/23

11:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 35m

San Diego

Mon 5/11

12:49 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 01m

$993

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/20

7:40 am-11:50 am

1 stop37h 10m

San Diego

Mon 5/11

12:49 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 01m

$993

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/24

8:05 pm-9:49 am

1 stop22h 44m

San Diego

Fri 5/15

9:30 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$999

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

7:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop30h 35m

San Diego

Mon 3/9

7:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop27h 35m

$1,033

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to San Diego

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to San Diego (average of $884). Flying from South Africa to San Diego in August is currently the most expensive (average of $977). 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.

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 February 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to San Diego, such as Delta, United Airlines, and British Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,228 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,228 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,228 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,335 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,228 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,756 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,228 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from South Africa. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to San Diego?

    Departing from South Africa to San Diego will take you 25h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9898 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to San Diego?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to San Diego (average of $884). Flying from South Africa to San Diego in August is currently the most expensive (average of $977). 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 3 airlines flying from South Africa to San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to San Diego. 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 February 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$949Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,055Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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