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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to San Diego from R14 239

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SAN
Jan 27 — Feb 31
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to San Diego are usually found in January or October, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 22 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 228

One-way from

R14 239

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R19 196
Delta
  • Delta
  • 4/2-10/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 56m total
  • Johannesburg to San Diego
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 23m total
  • Johannesburg to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R37 240 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 002 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Tue 4/219:40JNB - SAN
2 stops37h 11mDelta
Mon 10/222:15SAN - JNB
2 stops34h 45mDelta
Deal found 20/1R17 228
Thu 6/319:40JNB - SAN
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/311:05SAN - JNB
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R17 339
Wed 26/223:55JNB - SAN
2 stops31h 11mKLM
Sun 8/613:55SAN - JNB
1 stop22h 25mKLM
Deal found 20/1R17 469
Mon 24/219:40JNB - SAN
2 stops31h 21mAir France
Tue 10/615:15SAN - JNB
2 stops31h 55mAir France
Deal found 20/1R17 525
Thu 6/310:10JNB - SAN
1 stop39h 15mLufthansa
Thu 13/310:00SAN - JNB
2 stops38h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 20/1R18 008
Tue 4/219:25JNB - SAN
1 stop30h 40mBritish Airways
Mon 10/218:10SAN - JNB
1 stop30h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/1R18 954
Wed 25/621:10JNB - SAN
2 stops30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/716:56SAN - JNB
2 stops29h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/1R20 904
Tue 4/214:35JNB - SAN
3 stops35h 22mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/221:30SAN - JNB
2 stops29h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/1R21 795
Thu 6/322:00JNB - SAN
3 stops32h 23mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/310:00SAN - JNB
2 stops23h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1R24 338
Tue 24/619:50JNB - SAN
2 stops44h 44mSingapore Airlines
Thu 10/718:30SAN - JNB
2 stops39h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/1R41 343
Thu 15/519:35JNB - SAN
2 stops35h 40mSWISS
Thu 22/56:30SAN - JNB
2 stops41h 50mSWISS
Deal found 21/1R46 838

Find flights from Johannesburg to San Diego within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2025.

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JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

19:40-22:51

2 stops37h 11m

San Diego

Mon 10/2

22:15-19:00

2 stops34h 45m

R17 228

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

19:40-17:00

2 stops31h 20m

San Diego

Thu 13/3

11:05-22:00

2 stops25h 55m

R17 339

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/2

23:55-22:52

2 stops32h 57m

San Diego

Tue 10/6

13:55-21:20

1 stop22h 25m

R17 469

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/2

19:40-17:01

2 stops31h 21m

San Diego

Tue 10/6

15:15-8:10

2 stops31h 55m

R17 525

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

10:10-15:25

1 stop39h 15m

San Diego

Thu 13/3

10:00-9:30

2 stops38h 30m

R18 008

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

19:25-16:05

1 stop30h 40m

San Diego

Mon 10/2

18:10-10:20

1 stop30h 10m

R18 954

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/6

21:10-18:55

2 stops30h 45m

San Diego

Wed 9/7

16:56-7:00

2 stops29h 04m

R20 904

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

14:35-15:57

3 stops35h 22m

San Diego

Mon 10/2

21:30-13:10

2 stops29h 40m

R21 795

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

22:00-20:23

3 stops32h 23m

San Diego

Thu 13/3

10:00-18:35

2 stops23h 35m

R24 338

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

19:50-7:34

2 stops44h 44m

San Diego

Thu 10/7

18:30-18:35

2 stops39h 05m

R41 343

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to San Diego is 52 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 22 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to San Diego at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 - 58.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 22 January 2025.
8,1
Very Good
1 328 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

8,1
Very Good
1 328 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 328 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8 521 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 328 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7,8
Good
1 341 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 328 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7,5
Good
3 754 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 328 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7,5
Good
1 600 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 328 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Johannesburg 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?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to San Diego. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Diego from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the San Diego airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 4,2 km journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at R17 228. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and Air France, with the lowest prices starting at R17 469 and R17 525, respectively. These flights start at 19% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R14 239 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from R24 672 and United Airlines from R44 369 one-way.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR16 407AverageR19 203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 411AverageR19 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 735AverageR22 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR17 275AverageR23 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 638AverageR21 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 808AverageR20 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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