What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego?

If you book a flight to San Diego, you will be flying into San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 4,2 km from the centre of San Diego.

Can I find cheaper flights to San Diego if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San Diego on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to San Diego?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San Diego.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in San Diego?

San Diego is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San Diego. One-way flights to San Diego typically cost R1 275, while return flights cost around R1 884.

How much is a return flight to San Diego?

A return flight to San Diego will typically cost around R4 272, however they can be found for as little as R1 884.

Where does the fastest flight to San Diego depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to San Diego, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 0 minutes).

Does San Diego have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at San Diego can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to San Diego?

Yes. San Diego has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sheraton San Diego Resort is the closest property to San Diego (0,0 km away from San Diego).

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Fri 19/1221:55JNB - SAN

1 stop35h 33mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 3/16:15SAN - JNB

1 stop26h 45mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 21/11R30 750

Fri 19/1222:00JNB - SAN

3 stops30h 43mUnited Airlines

Sat 3/122:30SAN - JNB

2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 21/11R31 045

Fri 19/1221:55JNB - SAN

2 stops36h 00mDelta

Sat 3/16:15SAN - JNB

1 stop26h 45mDelta

Deal found 22/11R32 950

Fri 19/1222:00JNB - SAN

2 stops30h 53mBritish Airways

Sat 3/114:18SAN - JNB

2 stops31h 17mBritish Airways

Deal found 22/11R36 432

Best flights to San Diego
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Wed 11/219:35JNB - SAN

1 stop30h 35mAmerican Airlines

Sun 15/26:15SAN - JNB

2 stops42h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 21/11R15 903

Sun 4/122:00JNB - SAN

3 stops30h 43mUnited Airlines

Sun 11/16:15SAN - JNB

2 stops41h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 20/11R17 168

Wed 11/214:30JNB - SAN

3 stops35h 11mEthiopian Air

Sun 15/222:15SAN - JNB

2 stops28h 50mEthiopian Air

Deal found 21/11R29 745

Fri 19/1221:55JNB - SAN

1 stop35h 33mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 3/16:15SAN - JNB

1 stop26h 45mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 20/11R30 750

Fri 19/1222:00JNB - SAN

1 stop24h 12mUnited Airlines

Sat 3/122:30SAN - JNB

2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 21/11R31 045

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Fri 19/1221:55JNB - SAN

1 stop35h 33mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 3/16:15SAN - JNB

1 stop26h 45mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 21/11R30 750

Fri 19/1222:00JNB - SAN

3 stops30h 43mUnited Airlines

Sat 3/122:30SAN - JNB

2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 21/11R31 045

Fri 19/1221:55JNB - SAN

2 stops36h 00mDelta

Sat 3/16:15SAN - JNB

1 stop26h 45mDelta

Deal found 22/11R32 950

Fri 19/1222:00JNB - SAN

2 stops30h 53mBritish Airways

Sat 3/114:18SAN - JNB

2 stops31h 17mBritish Airways

Deal found 22/11R36 432

Flights to San Diego in 2025

Return from	R15 903
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	January
Average price	R17 965

American Airlines
11/2-15/2
2 total stops
61h 00m total
Johannesburg to San Diego

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Return

Price

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:35-16:10

1 stop30h 35m

San Diego

Sun 15/2

6:15-10:25

2 stops42h 10m

R15 903

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

22:00-18:43

3 stops30h 43m

San Diego

Sun 11/1

6:15-9:30

2 stops41h 15m

R17 168

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

14:30-15:41

3 stops35h 11m

San Diego

Sun 15/2

22:15-13:05

2 stops28h 50m

R29 745

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/12

21:55-23:28

1 stop35h 33m

San Diego

Sat 3/1

6:15-19:00

1 stop26h 45m

R30 750

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/12

22:00-12:12

1 stop24h 12m

San Diego

Sat 3/1

22:30-18:35

2 stops34h 05m

R31 045

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Everything you need to know about your flight to San Diego

When is the best time to book a flight to San Diego?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to San Diego, you should look to book at least 5 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to San Diego?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to San Diego takes 28 hours 10 minutes. Flights to San Diego from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to San Diego?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to San Diego are British Airways, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San Diego?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to San Diego are United Airlines, KLM and Air France.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 mm 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

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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAir France to the United States. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 419 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 419 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 419 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Virgin Atlantic

7,5

Good

674 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 419 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Air France

7,4

Good

1 493 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 419 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

9 033 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 419 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 534 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 419 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

FAQs about flying to San Diego

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego?
If you book a flight to San Diego, you will be flying into San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 4,2 km from the centre of San Diego.
Can I find cheaper flights to San Diego if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San Diego on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to San Diego?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San Diego.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in San Diego?
San Diego is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San Diego. One-way flights to San Diego typically cost R1 275, while return flights cost around R1 884.
How much is a return flight to San Diego?
A return flight to San Diego will typically cost around R4 272, however they can be found for as little as R1 884.
Where does the fastest flight to San Diego depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to San Diego, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 0 minutes).
Does San Diego have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at San Diego can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to San Diego?
Yes. San Diego has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sheraton San Diego Resort is the closest property to San Diego (0,0 km away from San Diego).

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAir France to the United States. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to San Diego

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego?

Can I find cheaper flights to San Diego if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to San Diego?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in San Diego?

How much is a return flight to San Diego?

Where does the fastest flight to San Diego depart from?

Does San Diego have car hire?

Are there hotels close to San Diego?

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