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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego from R15 692

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SAN
Sep 9 — Sep 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 August 2026.

Tue 8/920:15 -
2 stops36h 27m
Tue 15/96:20 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 9/8R15 692
Mon 5/1021:55 -
2 stops34h 47m
Thu 31/1222:30 -
2 stops34h 40m
Deal found 9/8R16 272
Tue 8/1219:35 -
1 stop30h 35m
Sat 9/118:00 -
1 stop30h 25m
Deal found 10/8R16 771
Tue 1/918:50 -
2 stops31h 15m
Tue 8/96:15 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 7/8R18 157
Tue 8/1223:59 -
2 stops30h 33m
Sat 9/115:59 -
2 stops33h 26m
Deal found 10/8R18 946
Tue 8/922:00 -
3 stops31h 45m
Tue 15/98:45 -
2 stops24h 45m
Deal found 9/8R19 010
Mon 5/1019:00 -
2 stops31h 46m
Thu 31/1219:41 -
3 stops36h 54m
Deal found 9/8R20 025
Tue 1/922:00 -
1 stop23h 50m
Tue 8/96:35 -
1 stop26h 55m
Deal found 7/8R21 540
Sun 20/920:55 -
2 stops33h 35m
Fri 25/914:20 -
2 stops33h 50m
Deal found 5/8R22 120

Find 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 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 692

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R22 345
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 8/9-15/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 64h 47m total
  • Johannesburg to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (R77 462 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R12 274 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

20:15-23:42

2 stops36h 27m

San Diego

Tue 15/9

6:20-19:40

1 stop28h 20m

R15 692

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

21:55-19:14

2 stops30h 19m

San Diego

Thu 31/12

21:40-19:10

1 stop35h 30m

R16 272

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

19:35-16:10

1 stop30h 35m

San Diego

Sat 9/1

18:00-10:25

1 stop30h 25m

R16 771

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

19:00-17:46

2 stops31h 46m

San Diego

Thu 31/12

19:41-18:35

3 stops36h 54m

R20 025

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

18:50-17:05

2 stops31h 15m

San Diego

Tue 8/9

13:40-21:20

1 stop22h 40m

R20 058
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

22:00-12:50

1 stop23h 50m

San Diego

Tue 8/9

6:35-18:30

1 stop26h 55m

R21 540

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

21:15-20:01

2 stops31h 46m

San Diego

Fri 25/9

16:45-9:25

1 stop31h 40m

R25 890

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

19:00-11:25

2 stops49h 25m

San Diego

Fri 11/9

13:53-18:30

1 stop43h 37m

R32 495
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

19:25-17:50

1 stop31h 25m

R47 510

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

19:00-12:16

2 stops50h 16m

R57 209

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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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego (average of R15 676). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of R28 451). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego flights typically cost between R19 010 and R30 771 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 692 on Virgin Atlantic (Sept 8–Sept 15).

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 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego, such as KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 101 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 155 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego?

    Virgin Atlantic, Delta, and British Airways can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego in just under 30h 19m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16592 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at R14 180, Virgin Atlantic will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego and back. In addition to Virgin Atlantic, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R15 174 and R15 606, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego (average of R15 676). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of R28 451). 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 4 airlines flying from OR Tambo to San Diego

Discover the top 4 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 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 180AverageR18 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR15 174AverageR16 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 606AverageR16 245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 819AverageR18 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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