South Africa

$785+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to South Africa

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 3/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — JNB
Feb 20 — Feb 271
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to South Africa

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

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:00 am
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/107:20 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops32h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,010
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/117:00 am
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops30h 05m
KLM
Mon 3/2311:59 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops33h 12m
KLM
Deal found 1/21$1,011
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/58:00 am
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Delta
Wed 2/189:55 pm
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop25h 09m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$1,032
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:50 pm
SAN
-
JNB
3 stops36h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 3/107:45 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,043
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:35 pm
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Lufthansa
Tue 3/1010:10 am
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop39h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/21$1,052
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/2911:13 am
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop23h 27m
Delta
Mon 4/69:55 pm
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop31h 41m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$1,060
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/54:00 pm
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 30m
SWISS
Thu 3/128:15 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops35h 25m
SWISS
Deal found 1/19$1,085
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/166:30 am
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops29h 35m
KLM
Mon 2/2311:59 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops33h 03m
KLM
Deal found 1/19$1,087
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/54:00 pm
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/1210:10 am
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,099
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 4/307:15 am
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops43h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/74:35 pm
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops36h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,281
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/77:35 am
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops42h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/94:35 pm
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops53h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 2/168:30 am
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop21h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 2/258:50 pm
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop25h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,294

Find flight deals from San Diego to South Africa

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

Round-trip from

$1,010
(KLM)

One-way from

$785
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,132
From San Diego to South Africa
One-way flight from San Diego to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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

Fly from

San Diego

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

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-6:45 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,037

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 3/3

7:50 pm-6:35 pm

3 stops36h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/10

7:45 pm-8:53 pm

3 stops34h 08m

$1,043

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 3/29

11:13 am-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/6

9:55 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops34h 19m

$1,064

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Thu 3/5

4:00 pm-10:30 am

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

8:15 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,085

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Mon 2/16

6:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/23

11:59 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops33h 03m

$1,087

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 4/28

11:02 am-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/6

9:55 pm-8:13 pm

1 stop31h 18m

$1,136

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Fri 5/1

6:15 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/13

9:55 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop32h 39m

$1,136

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 5/19

12:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

9:55 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop32h 46m

$1,136

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 5/3

8:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/13

9:55 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop32h 39m

$1,136

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Mon 2/16

8:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/25

8:50 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop25h 39m

$1,294

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Africa (average of $1,029). Flying from San Diego to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,513). 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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 South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

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

    For as low as $1,037, Delta can have you in South Africa from San Diego in 26h 45m. The distance from San Diego to South Africa is about 10310 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to South Africa?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Africa (average of $1,029). Flying from San Diego to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,513). 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 South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,029Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,070Average$1,557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,085Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,142Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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