$735+ 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 7/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $979 (Delta) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $735 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,053 |
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to San DiegoExplore 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 June 12, 2025.
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 June 12, 2025.
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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 June 12, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Fri 7/25
11:15 pm-7:56 pm
2 stops29h 41m
San Diego
Fri 8/1
9:30 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop35h 20m
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Sun 7/27
11:15 pm-9:15 pm
2 stops31h 00m
San Diego
Sun 8/3
1:55 pm-9:45 am
2 stops34h 50m
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Sun 7/27
8:00 pm-8:40 pm
1 stop33h 40m
San Diego
Sun 8/3
6:15 am-5:10 pm
2 stops25h 55m
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
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
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
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
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
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Wed 10/1
2:35 pm-3:01 pm
3 stops33h 26m
San Diego
Wed 10/22
10:30 pm-1:45 pm
2 stops30h 15m
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
Best time to book a flight from South Africa to San Diego
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Cheapflights Insights
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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from South Africa 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
When flying from South Africa to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
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.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from South Africa to San Diego have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$919 | Average$931 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$932 | Average$1,139 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |