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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego from R13 740

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SAN
jun. 15 — jun. 221
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Diego are usually found in February or March, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 10 junio 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 183

One-way from

R13 740

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 669
Delta
  • Delta
  • 28/9-4/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 64h 26m total
  • Johannesburg to San Diego
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13/7
  • 13/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 57m total
  • Johannesburg to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R20 448 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 699 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Find flight deals from OR Tambo to San Diego

Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 junio 2025.

dom. 28/923:30JNB - SAN
2 stops28h 26mDelta
sáb. 4/1022:40SAN - JNB
1 stop36h 00mDelta
Deal found 10/6R19 183
jue. 24/719:25JNB - SAN
2 stops29h 14mAmerican Airlines
jue. 31/712:50SAN - JNB
2 stops33h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/6R19 874
vie. 19/1219:45JNB - SAN
2 stops38h 00mBritish Airways
sáb. 3/118:10SAN - JNB
1 stop27h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/6R20 229
sáb. 6/1219:45JNB - SAN
1 stop30h 20mMultiple Airlines
dom. 28/1218:10SAN - JNB
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6R20 406
jue. 24/719:00JNB - SAN
2 stops35h 12mUnited Airlines
jue. 31/710:41SAN - JNB
3 stops60h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/6R21 701
sáb. 6/1214:30JNB - SAN
3 stops35h 03mEthiopian Air
dom. 28/1221:55SAN - JNB
3 stops40h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/6R37 958

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 28/9

23:30-18:56

2 stops28h 26m

San Diego

sáb. 4/10

22:40-19:40

1 stop36h 00m

R19 183

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 24/7

19:25-15:39

2 stops29h 14m

San Diego

jue. 31/7

12:50-7:00

2 stops33h 10m

R19 874

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 6/12

19:45-16:05

1 stop30h 20m

San Diego

dom. 28/12

18:10-10:20

1 stop30h 10m

R20 406

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 24/7

19:00-21:12

2 stops35h 12m

San Diego

jue. 31/7

10:41-8:35

3 stops60h 54m

R21 701

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 23/7

19:25-14:50

1 stop28h 25m

San Diego

mié. 30/7

19:50-9:25

1 stop28h 35m

R22 516

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 6/12

14:30-15:33

3 stops35h 03m

San Diego

dom. 28/12

21:55-0:05

3 stops40h 10m

R37 958

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 13/7

17:00-18:57

2 stops58h 57m

R13 740

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 13/7

20:25-18:57

2 stops55h 32m

R16 063

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 13/7

19:25-14:50

1 stop28h 25m

R17 109

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 13/7

19:25-14:50

1 stop28h 25m

R18 545

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Booking 5 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 10 junio 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 10 junio 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
1 302 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
7 952 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

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.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 784 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

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.
American Airlines
7,2
Good
10 000 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Located just 4,2 km from the city centre, San Diego is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Diego from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo from 5 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at R19 183, Delta will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R19 874 and R21 701, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego for 1% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R16 063. British Airways flights start at R17 109 while deals on American Airlines start at R18 545 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 10 junio 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR15 982AverageR20 317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR16 552AverageR17 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 927AverageR18 637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 184AverageR17 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 076AverageR20 363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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