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$797+ 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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SAN
Apr 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated April 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$934
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$797
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,085
From South Africa to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to San Diego
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 April 3, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sun 5/118:00 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops51h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/93:25 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops62h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$934
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 5/98:05 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop22h 48mDelta
Wed 5/2110:01 amSAN - CPT
2 stops26h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/3$940
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sat 5/1711:15 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops28h 36mKLM
Sat 5/2410:01 amSAN - JNB
2 stops26h 19mKLM
Deal found 4/3$948
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 9/286:50 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops29h 30mDelta
Sat 10/410:40 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop36h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/2$1,057
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/197:45 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop30h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 1/36:10 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop27h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/2$1,088
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 12/1910:05 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/31:28 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops32h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,115
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/711:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops31h 06mKLM
Mon 5/196:15 amSAN - CPT
2 stops30h 10mKLM
Deal found 4/2$1,138
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1711:15 pmJNB - SAN
3 stops33h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/246:15 amSAN - JNB
3 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,211
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/177:35 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops34h 20mSWISS
Sat 5/2410:46 amSAN - JNB
3 stops61h 34mSWISS
Deal found 4/3$1,237
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/79:00 amCPT - SAN
2 stops38h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 5/187:50 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop30h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/61:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops38h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/177:22 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops54h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,422
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/36:50 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops34h 50mAir France
Wed 7/1610:00 amSAN - JNB
2 stops37h 30mAir France
Deal found 4/3$1,590

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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 April 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/11

8:00 pm-2:56 pm

3 stops51h 56m

San Diego

Sat 8/9

3:25 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops62h 55m

$934

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/9

8:05 pm-9:53 am

1 stop22h 48m

San Diego

Wed 5/21

10:01 am-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 24m

$940

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/17

11:15 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops28h 36m

San Diego

Sat 5/24

10:01 am-9:20 pm

2 stops26h 19m

$948

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

6:50 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops29h 30m

San Diego

Sat 10/4

10:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$1,057

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/7

11:15 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops31h 06m

San Diego

Mon 5/19

6:15 am-9:25 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,138

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

9:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop26h 35m

San Diego

Sat 10/4

7:50 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 10m

$1,177

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/17

11:15 pm-11:56 pm

3 stops33h 41m

San Diego

Sat 5/24

6:15 am-9:20 pm

3 stops30h 05m

$1,211

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/17

7:35 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops34h 20m

San Diego

Sat 5/24

10:46 am-9:20 am

3 stops61h 34m

$1,237

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/7

9:00 am-2:50 pm

2 stops38h 50m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

7:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 10m

$1,357

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/6

1:00 pm-6:29 pm

2 stops38h 29m

San Diego

Sat 5/17

7:22 pm-11:00 am

2 stops54h 38m

$1,422

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to San Diego

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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 April 3, 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 April 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Delta and KLM 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
842 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from South Africa?

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from South Africa. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for KLM. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $847. Users have also found prices from $1,126 and $1,339 on Delta and Singapore Airlines, respectively.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

  • 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from South Africa to San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to San Diego. 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 April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$919Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$948Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$972Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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