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$802+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to South Africa

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SAN — JNB
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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Cheap 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,140
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$802
(Singapore Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,387
From San Diego to South Africa
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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 August 14, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1212:20 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops46h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/298:20 amJNB - SAN
3 stops41h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,140
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 11/1512:43 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops33h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/227:00 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop31h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 12/212:43 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops32h 52mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1110:00 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops33h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,257
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 11/192:55 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops33h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 12/310:00 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop28h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/14$1,258
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1710:00 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/212:30 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops35h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,264
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:00 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops54h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/2911:05 amJNB - SAN
2 stops45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,267
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Wed 11/195:30 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops52h 10mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/311:05 amJNB - SAN
2 stops37h 01mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/13$1,268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Wed 11/1912:50 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops32h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/310:00 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop28h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,285
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/123:06 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops56h 14mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/299:50 amJNB - SAN
2 stops42h 41mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/14$1,293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sun 10/124:20 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops32h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/2910:00 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop28h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,295
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 11/412:43 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops37h 27mBritish Airways
Wed 11/196:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop31h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/14$1,322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 11/42:55 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/198:35 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops34h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,339

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

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San Diego

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 10/12

5:19 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops41h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/29

8:20 am-10:19 pm

3 stops46h 59m

$1,140

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 1/24

6:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

10:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,224

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sat 11/15

12:43 pm-8:05 am

2 stops33h 22m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/22

7:00 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$1,240

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 1/24

1:35 pm-7:35 am

2 stops32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

10:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,247

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 12/2

12:43 pm-7:35 am

2 stops32h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

10:00 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops33h 34m

$1,257

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Wed 11/19

2:55 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

10:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,258

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 11/4

12:43 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops37h 27m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

6:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$1,322

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Mon 1/5

5:02 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 08m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

10:00 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops32h 08m

$1,334

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 11/4

2:55 pm-8:05 am

2 stops31h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

8:35 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops34h 13m

$1,339

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Mon 8/25

5:00 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/7

6:55 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops31h 49m

$1,343

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from San Diego to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,669). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and United 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
1,381 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,266 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.

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

    While some choose either San Diego - Cape Town Intl or San Diego - Johannesburg OR Tambo, San Diego - Sun City Resort Pilansberg is the most popular route 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from San Diego to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,669). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to South Africa. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,029Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,070Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,086Average$1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,157Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$1,424Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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