Flying from San Diego to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Johannesburg jetting off from here.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the primary point of entry to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg nine hours ahead of San Diego.
Leave plenty of time to get on your San Diego to Johannesburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Johannesburg
To pick up cheap San Diego to Johannesburg flights, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Getting cheap plane tickets from San Diego to Johannesburg is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for San Diego to Johannesburg flights leaving from San Diego International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 3 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Johannesburg, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.38% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to Johannesburg. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is about 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). After your flight from San Diego to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Lanseria International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will help you save.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Diego to Johannesburg. July is the busiest month to travel to Johannesburg. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your San Diego to Johannesburg tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from San Diego to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Johannesburg, explore our range of hotels including:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Johannesburg must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've seen Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without experiencing 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
