What airlines fly to South Africa?

Delta, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from San Diego according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to South Africa?

Lufthansa, United Airlines, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to South Africa?

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to South Africa?

There are 7 operators available for flights from San Diego Airport to South Africa as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$694 Cheap Flights from San Diego to South Africa in 2026/27

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7:11 am - 7:25 amSAN San Diego-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 14m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

11:00 am - 11:44 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAN San Diego

46h 44m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,358Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 16

5:32 pm - 7:25 amSAN San Diego-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

51h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

11:00 am - 11:56 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAN San Diego

46h 56m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,366Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 26

11:06 am - 6:35 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:50 pm - 11:54 amCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

25h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,506Delta

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

6:15 am - 6:35 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:50 pm - 7:06 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

32h 16m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$1,510Delta

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

6:45 am - 4:10 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:50 pm - 11:08 amCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

24h 18m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,526United Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 23

8:00 am - 4:10 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:50 pm - 3:33 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

28h 43m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,526United Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 23

10:00 am - 10:40 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Amsterdam Schiphol

7:30 am - 12:10 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

38h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,550KLM

Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 10

6:00 pm - 10:25 amSAN San Diego-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

7:35 pm - 7:07 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAN San Diego

33h 32m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,562British Airways

Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14

6:00 pm - 10:25 amSAN San Diego-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

7:35 pm - 3:41 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAN San Diego

30h 06m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,562British Airways

Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13

9:53 am - 10:40 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 47m2 stops Salt Lake City Amsterdam Schiphol

12:30 am - 8:48 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

30h 18m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl

$2,269KLM

Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Jan 7

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Ethiopian Air flights from San Diego to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 6

SAN7:41 pmSan Diego

31h 49m

2 stops

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 13

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 03m

3 stops

SAN3:33 pmSan Diego

$1,497

Ethiopian Air

Jan 20

SAN9:45 pmSan Diego

29h 45m

2 stops

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 16

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 39m

3 stops

SAN4:09 pmSan Diego

$1,501

Ethiopian Air

Feb 20

SAN7:41 pmSan Diego

31h 49m

2 stops

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 7

JNB11:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

46h 08m

3 stops

SAN11:08 amSan Diego

$1,588

Lufthansa flights from San Diego to South Africa

Our best Lufthansa deals on San Diego to South Africa flight tickets

Lufthansa

Feb 6

SAN7:00 amSan Diego

25h 35m

1 stop

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 13

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 58m

2 stops

SAN2:58 pmSan Diego

$1,528

Lufthansa

Nov 26

SAN10:41 amSan Diego

61h 54m

2 stops

CPT10:35 amCape Town Intl

Dec 7

CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

64h 40m

2 stops

SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$1,596

Lufthansa

Nov 26

SAN10:41 amSan Diego

61h 54m

2 stops

CPT10:35 amCape Town Intl

Dec 7

CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

41h 45m

2 stops

SAN5:15 pmSan Diego

$1,601

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San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SANJNB

San Diego

Wed 1/20

7:11 am-7:25 am

2 stops38h 14m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/16

11:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops46h 44m

$1,358

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 11/21

5:32 pm-7:25 am

2 stops51h 53m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/26

11:00 am-11:56 pm

2 stops46h 56m

$1,366

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San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Thu 12/3

11:06 am-6:35 pm

1 stop21h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/10

8:50 pm-11:54 am

1 stop25h 04m

$1,506

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Thu 12/3

6:15 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/10

8:50 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops32h 16m

$1,510

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Thu 2/4

6:45 am-4:10 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/23

8:50 pm-11:08 am

1 stop24h 18m

$1,526

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Thu 2/4

8:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/23

8:50 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop28h 43m

$1,526

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 2/3

10:00 am-10:40 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/10

7:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop38h 40m

$1,550

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SANJNB

San Diego

Mon 12/7

6:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/14

7:35 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops33h 32m

$1,562

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SANJNB

San Diego

Sun 12/6

6:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/13

7:35 pm-3:41 pm

2 stops30h 06m

$1,562

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 12/2

9:53 am-10:40 pm

2 stops26h 47m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/7

12:30 am-8:48 pm

2 stops30h 18m

$2,269

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,362. The month of April is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $1,431.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 35% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to South Africa flight.

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Best Price Found	$694
Fastest flight time	25h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $694. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,358.

The fastest flight from San Diego to South Africa takes 25h 10m

There are no direct flights from San Diego to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to South Africa?
There are 7 operators available for flights from San Diego Airport to South Africa as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $955	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 697 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,121	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,193 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,171	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,677 reviews	Search Delta flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom $1,226	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 682 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,257	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,270 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,291	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,432 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,610	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,594 reviews	Search KLM flights

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