Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego from R12 687

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 25/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SAN
Jun 29 — Jul 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to San Diego

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

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 30 May 2026.

Sun 1/1119:35
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/1118:00
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/5R18 349
Sun 1/1119:35
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop30h 35m
British Airways
Mon 30/1114:39
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 46m
British Airways
Deal found 28/5R19 128
Thu 28/521:55
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop23h 43m
Delta
Sun 7/610:43
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop23h 57m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R19 258
Thu 28/521:55
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop23h 43m
Delta
Sat 6/613:50
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R20 523
Mon 1/621:15
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop26h 40m
British Airways
Wed 3/619:40
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop26h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R24 530
Sat 20/621:15
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops30h 17m
British Airways
Sun 2/819:40
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop26h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R25 098
Sat 20/615:05
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops27h 16m
United Airlines
Sun 2/817:30
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops40h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/5R25 131
Wed 27/521:15
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop26h 40m
British Airways
Mon 8/619:40
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop26h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R25 942
Sat 20/612:40
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops54h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 2/816:32
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops31h 28m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R26 153
Thu 9/719:00
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops33h 52m
United Airlines
Sun 19/721:05
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop36h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/5R27 386

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 30 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 349

One-way from

R12 687

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R21 480
1/11-30/11
  • 1/11-30/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to San Diego
Search Deals
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 47m total
  • Johannesburg to San Diego
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R47 848 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R15 489 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

21:15-18:32

2 stops30h 17m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

19:40-7:00

1 stop26h 20m

R25 098

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

15:05-9:21

2 stops27h 16m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

17:30-18:30

2 stops40h 00m

R25 131

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

12:40-10:20

2 stops54h 40m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

16:32-9:00

2 stops31h 28m

R26 153

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

19:00-23:40

2 stops37h 40m

San Diego

Sun 19/7

21:59-18:30

2 stops35h 31m

R27 386

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

14:30-15:03

3 stops33h 33m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

8:00-13:25

2 stops44h 25m

R28 213
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

23:15-20:34

2 stops30h 19m

San Diego

Tue 14/7

12:59-19:40

1 stop21h 41m

R29 300

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

8:45-15:25

1 stop39h 40m

San Diego

Wed 1/7

12:30-8:35

2 stops59h 05m

R30 047

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

19:00-15:25

2 stops29h 25m

San Diego

Sun 19/7

11:58-8:35

2 stops35h 37m

R30 160
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

9:50-21:27

2 stops44h 37m

R12 687

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

12:40-14:27

2 stops34h 47m

R13 790

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 26/5

Showing 1-10 of 18 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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?

Booking 40 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 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 786). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of R28 976). 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?

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 30 May 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
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 769 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 012 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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?

    British Airways, United Airlines, and Qatar Airways can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego in just under 27h 16m. Your travel time can differ by up to 27h 24m. 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 820, 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 281 and R15 515, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego for 19% 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 786). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of R28 976). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly from OR Tambo to San Diego on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to San Diego. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 30 May 2026.
British Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Diego
United Airlines flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Diego
Virgin Atlantic flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Diego

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 30 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 820AverageR18 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLMCheapestR15 281AverageR16 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search KLM flights
United AirlinesCheapestR15 515AverageR16 122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights
British AirwaysCheapestR16 361AverageR18 294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Search British Airways flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from OR Tambo to San Diego?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find OR Tambo to San Diego flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from OR Tambo to San Diego?

By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to San Diego from OR Tambo.

Can Cheapflights find flights from OR Tambo to San Diego with no change fees?

Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from OR Tambo to San Diego with no change fees.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from OR Tambo to San Diego become cheaper?

Yes! Start tracking prices for OR Tambo to San Diego flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.