Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to South Africa from $1,092

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAN — JNB
May 21 — May 281

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to South Africa?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Diego to South Africa, book at least 53 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 28% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,486 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,602.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to South Africa?

February can be a great time to fly to South Africa from San Diego with a flight ticket averaging about $1,553. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $1,234. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to South Africa (SAN - ZA)?

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.

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from San Diego to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between San Diego and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Ethiopian Air flights heading from San Diego to South Africa. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Thu 10/3110:30 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/142:30 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops34h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/16$1,182
Thu 10/317:05 amSAN - JNB
3 stops35h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/142:30 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops34h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,289
Sat 10/199:30 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/291:50 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops34h 22mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/14$1,316
Sat 9/1410:29 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops29h 36mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/2711:00 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops45h 16mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,343
Thu 10/249:30 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops30h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/811:00 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops50h 12mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,345
Sat 10/129:30 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/271:50 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops34h 22mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/14$1,363
Mon 10/219:30 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/202:35 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops34h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/16$1,364
Thu 10/319:55 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops30h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/142:30 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops34h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,397
Thu 10/317:05 amSAN - JNB
3 stops35h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/142:30 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops34h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/16$1,421

Cheap American Airlines flights from San Diego to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between San Diego and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available American Airlines flights departing from San Diego and landing in South Africa. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Thu 10/317:05 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/197:45 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,239
Thu 5/236:22 amSAN - CPT
3 stops43h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:40 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops51h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,685
Sat 9/148:33 amSAN - JNB
2 stops39h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/277:20 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop31h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,693
Sun 10/138:15 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop29h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/288:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,815

Cheap San Diego to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Diego to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 5/238:25 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 6/46:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,477
Thu 5/232:20 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops35h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 6/46:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,481
Thu 5/232:45 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops35h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 6/46:55 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops31h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,491
Thu 5/238:25 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 6/32:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops34h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,502
Wed 5/292:00 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops34h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 6/27:20 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,513
Thu 5/239:21 amSAN - CPT
2 stops40h 39mBritish Airways
Mon 6/32:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops34h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,518
Sun 6/25:15 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 6/117:20 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,547
Thu 5/238:25 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 6/26:50 amCPT - SAN
2 stops41h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,568
Thu 5/235:15 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/28:20 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops52h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,576

San Diego to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Diego to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 10/3110:30 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/142:30 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops34h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/16$1,182
Thu 11/217:15 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 10mDelta
Tue 11/269:15 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop30h 51mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,214
Thu 11/217:15 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 10mDelta
Tue 11/269:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops36h 24mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,218
Mon 10/215:15 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/77:45 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,239
Sat 10/198:15 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 10/296:10 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,276
Sun 10/277:05 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/117:45 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,277
Sat 10/198:15 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 10/296:10 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,277
Mon 10/218:15 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops33h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 11/209:20 amCPT - SAN
2 stops40h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/16$1,283
Mon 10/218:15 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop28h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/117:45 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,287

San Diego to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Diego to South Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from San Diego to South Africa. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Thu 5/238:25 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 6/46:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,477
Thu 5/232:20 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops35h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 6/46:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,481
Thu 5/232:45 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops35h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 6/46:55 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops31h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,491
Thu 5/238:25 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 6/32:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops34h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,502
Wed 5/292:00 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops34h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 6/27:20 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,513
Thu 5/239:21 amSAN - CPT
2 stops40h 39mBritish Airways
Mon 6/32:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops34h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,518
Thu 5/238:25 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 6/26:50 amCPT - SAN
2 stops41h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,568
Thu 5/235:15 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/28:20 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops52h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,576
Thu 5/2312:45 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/21:30 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,603

One-way flights to South Africa from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from San Diego to South Africa can choose from these deals. Those needing a return flight from San Diego to South Africa can use the search form above.
Mon 7/18:55 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops53h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,092
Mon 7/112:30 pmSAN - CPT
3 stops41h 00mSWISS
Deal found 5/15$1,269
Mon 7/16:20 amSAN - CPT
1 stop26h 30mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,492

Find flights from San Diego to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to South Africa 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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$1,182 - $1,425

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Return

Price

San DiegoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Thu 10/31

2 stops29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

3 stops34h 42m

$1,182

San DiegoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Thu 10/31

1 stop30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/19

1 stop30h 25m

$1,239

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sat 10/19

2 stops31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/29

2 stops32h 00m

$1,276

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Fri 11/8

2 stops32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/22

2 stops43h 20m

$1,304

San DiegoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 11/5

2 stops34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/13

2 stops34h 50m

$1,327

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sun 10/13

2 stops38h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/27

1 stop32h 47m

$1,336

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Fri 11/8

2 stops36h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/22

1 stop39h 55m

$1,350

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 9/18

2 stops42h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

2 stops39h 55m

$1,361

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Fri 11/8

2 stops29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/21

2 stops31h 12m

$1,425

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Deals found on 5/16

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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 May 16, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, American Airlines and British Airways from San Diego to South Africa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.9
Good
1,568 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.8
Good
1,994 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.7
Good
4,387 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.6
Good
1,764 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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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.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to South Africa for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to South Africa for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Ethiopian Air for just $1,182, but on average you can expect to pay $1,310.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to South Africa for under $1,500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Diego to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $1,500.

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

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to South Africa?

  • What does SAN to JNB mean?

    This is defined as San Diego Airport (SAN) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), East London Airport (ELS).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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British AirwaysCheapest$1,219Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest$1,330Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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