What airlines fly to South Africa?

Delta, United Airlines and British Airways 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 58% 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?

United Airlines, Lufthansa, 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 November 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.

$855 Cheap Flights from San Diego to South Africa in 2026/27

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

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

8:50 pm - 3:12 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

28h 22m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,246United Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 11

10:20 pm - 6:00 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 40m1 stop Newark

8:50 pm - 11:21 amCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

24h 31m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,246United Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 11

5:35 pm - 7:40 amSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

8:50 pm - 4:00 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

29h 10m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,285Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 8

2:30 pm - 7:40 amSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss

8:05 pm - 10:27 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

36h 22m2 stops Zurich San Francisco

$1,300Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 10

6:15 am - 7:10 pmSAN San Diego-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:20 pm - 12:58 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAN San Diego

25h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,443Delta

Sat, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 21

6:15 am - 7:10 pmSAN San Diego-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:20 pm - 6:23 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAN San Diego

31h 03m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$1,448Delta

Sat, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 21

9:59 am - 10:40 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 41m2 stops Salt Lake City Amsterdam Schiphol

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

45h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,580KLM

Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9

11:15 am - 10:40 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Amsterdam Schiphol

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

38h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,580KLM

Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 12

11:13 am - 10:25 amSAN San Diego-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 12m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

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

33h 32m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,708British Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

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

30h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

7:35 pm - 11:59 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAN San Diego

38h 24m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,709British Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

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

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

8:50 pm - 11:46 amCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

24h 56m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,460United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22

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

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

8:50 pm - 11:46 amCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

24h 56m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,461United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22

9:45 pm - 2:10 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 25m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 8:33 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

40h 43m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,627Ethiopian Air

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

7:00 am - 12:05 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul

5:15 pm - 8:45 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

37h 30m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,739Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

8:24 am - 1:00 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 36m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 8:33 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

40h 43m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,755Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

6:35 am - 6:00 pmSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 25m1 stop Newark

8:50 pm - 1:43 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

26h 53m1 stop Newark

$2,250Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

5:35 pm - 7:40 amSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:10 pm - 3:12 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

30h 02m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,288Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

6:00 pm - 8:05 amSAN San Diego-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

6:55 pm - 4:10 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SAN San Diego

31h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

$2,291British Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

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Ethiopian Air flights from San Diego to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 22

SAN9:45 pmSan Diego

29h 45m

2 stops

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 4

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 12m

3 stops

SAN3:42 pmSan Diego

$1,524

Ethiopian Air

Feb 6

SAN7:41 pmSan Diego

31h 49m

2 stops

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 21

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 39m

3 stops

SAN4:09 pmSan Diego

$1,590

Ethiopian Air

Nov 10

SAN9:45 pmSan Diego

30h 25m

2 stops

CPT2:10 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 16

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

40h 43m

3 stops

SAN8:33 pmSan Diego

$1,627

United Airlines flights from San Diego to South Africa

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to South Africa flight tickets

United Airlines

Nov 28

SAN9:39 pmSan Diego

34h 21m

2 stops

CPT6:00 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 11

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

26h 34m

2 stops

SAN1:24 pmSan Diego

$1,246

United Airlines

Nov 27

SAN6:35 amSan Diego

25h 25m

1 stop

CPT6:00 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 9

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

26h 19m

1 stop

SAN1:09 pmSan Diego

$1,250

United Airlines

Nov 27

SAN6:35 amSan Diego

25h 25m

1 stop

CPT6:00 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 8

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

24h 31m

1 stop

SAN11:21 amSan Diego

$1,251

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SANCPT

San Diego

Sat 11/28

8:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/11

8:50 pm-3:12 pm

2 stops28h 22m

$1,246

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Sat 11/28

10:20 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/11

8:50 pm-11:21 am

1 stop24h 31m

$1,246

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Fri 11/27

5:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop28h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/8

8:50 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops29h 10m

$1,285

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Fri 11/27

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops31h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/10

8:05 pm-10:27 pm

2 stops36h 22m

$1,300

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 2/6

6:15 am-7:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/21

9:20 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop25h 38m

$1,443

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 2/6

6:15 am-7:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/21

9:20 pm-6:23 pm

2 stops31h 03m

$1,448

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 2/3

9:59 am-10:40 pm

2 stops26h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/9

12:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop45h 40m

$1,580

San DiegoCape Town

SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl

SANCPT

San Diego

Fri 2/5

11:15 am-10:40 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/12

7:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop38h 40m

$1,580

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 12/5

11:13 am-10:25 am

2 stops37h 12m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/12

7:35 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops33h 32m

$1,708

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SANJNB

San Diego

Sat 12/5

6:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/12

7:35 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops38h 24m

$1,709

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to South Africa

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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.

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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	$855
Fastest flight time	22h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $855. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,246.

The fastest flight from San Diego to South Africa takes 22h 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 November 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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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $955	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 698 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,121	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,227 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,171	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,699 reviews	Search Delta flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom $1,226	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 679 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,472 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,257	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,285 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,610	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,594 reviews	Search KLM flights

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