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 R2 228, while return flights cost around R1 888.

How much is a return flight to San Diego?

A return flight to San Diego will typically cost around R247, however they can be found for as little as R109.

Where does the fastest flight to San Diego depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to San Diego, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 39 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).

R11 600+ Cheap Flights to San Diego, California

Flights to San Diego in 2025

Return from	R17 104
One-way from	R11 600
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	January
Average price	R17 660

Delta
2/11-9/11
4 total stops
63h 32m total
Johannesburg to San Diego

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25/10
3 total stops
34h 28m total
Johannesburg to San Diego

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R26 848 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 656 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available to San Diego. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Sun 2/1122:00JNB - SAN

2 stops31h 08mDelta

Sun 9/1114:16SAN - JNB

2 stops32h 24mDelta

Deal found 18/9R17 104

Sun 2/1120:15JNB - SAN

2 stops34h 33mMultiple Airlines

Sun 9/1117:35SAN - JNB

1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 18/9R18 841

Sun 28/918:50JNB - SAN

2 stops29h 35mDelta

Sat 4/1022:30SAN - JNB

1 stop36h 10mDelta

Deal found 16/9R19 032

Sun 2/1122:00JNB - SAN

1 stop28h 10mBritish Airways

Sun 9/1118:00SAN - JNB

1 stop27h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 18/9R19 119

Fri 19/1221:55JNB - SAN

1 stop33h 05mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 3/111:16SAN - JNB

2 stops35h 24mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 16/9R25 683

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Sun 2/1122:00JNB - SAN

2 stops31h 08mDelta

Sun 9/1114:16SAN - JNB

2 stops32h 24mDelta

Deal found 18/9R17 104

Thu 5/219:35JNB - SAN

1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways

Mon 9/218:00SAN - JNB

1 stop30h 25mBritish Airways

Deal found 17/9R18 025

Sun 2/1120:15JNB - SAN

2 stops34h 33mMultiple Airlines

Sun 9/1117:35SAN - JNB

1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 18/9R18 841

Sun 28/918:50JNB - SAN

2 stops29h 35mDelta

Sat 4/1022:30SAN - JNB

1 stop36h 10mDelta

Deal found 16/9R19 032

Last-minute flights to San Diego
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Sun 28/918:50JNB - SAN

2 stops29h 35mDelta

Sat 4/1022:30SAN - JNB

1 stop36h 10mDelta

Deal found 16/9R19 032

Sun 28/913:45JNB - SAN

3 stops42h 14mMultiple Airlines

Sat 4/1018:57SAN - JNB

2 stops38h 38mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9R45 253

Fri 3/1021:15JNB - SAN

2 stops29h 48mMultiple Airlines

Sat 25/1016:40SAN - JNB

1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9R114 348

Fri 3/1021:55JNB - SAN

2 stops33h 49mDelta

Sat 25/107:25SAN - JNB

2 stops26h 35mDelta

Deal found 16/9R117 335

Fri 3/1021:55JNB - SAN

1 stop30h 32mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 25/108:00SAN - JNB

1 stop26h 00mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 17/9R122 579

One-way flights to San Diego
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Sat 25/1017:00JNB - SAN

3 stops34h 28mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9R11 600

Sun 1/317:00JNB - SAN

2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9R12 103

Sun 1/323:59JNB - SAN

1 stop46h 06mKLM

Deal found 17/9R14 899

Wed 11/219:45JNB - SAN

3 stops57h 46mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9R37 665

Thu 12/219:45JNB - SAN

3 stops57h 46mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9R38 637

Sun 15/219:05JNB - SAN

3 stops58h 26mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9R43 621

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Price

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

22:00-19:08

2 stops31h 08m

San Diego

Sun 9/11

14:16-8:40

2 stops32h 24m

R17 104

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:35-16:10

1 stop30h 35m

San Diego

Mon 9/2

18:00-10:25

1 stop30h 25m

R18 025

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

20:15-20:48

2 stops34h 33m

San Diego

Sun 9/11

17:35-7:05

1 stop27h 30m

R18 841

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

18:50-15:25

2 stops29h 35m

San Diego

Sat 4/10

22:30-19:40

1 stop36h 10m

R19 032

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

17:00-18:28

3 stops34h 28m

R11 600

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

17:00-21:10

2 stops38h 10m

R12 103

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

23:59-12:05

1 stop46h 06m

R14 899

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:45-19:31

3 stops57h 46m

R38 637

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

19:05-19:31

3 stops58h 26m

R43 621

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:10-11:47

3 stops50h 37m

R46 746

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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 39 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, Air France, andUnited Airlines 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

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Air France

7,4

Good

1 468 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 926 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Virgin Atlantic

7,4

Good

664 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 367 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 386 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

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 R2 228, while return flights cost around R1 888.
How much is a return flight to San Diego?
A return flight to San Diego will typically cost around R247, however they can be found for as little as R109.
Where does the fastest flight to San Diego depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to San Diego, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 39 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, Air France, andUnited Airlines 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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