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R11 796+ Cheap flights to Detroit

— DTT
Sep 26 — Oct 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Detroit in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Detroit

Mon 19/1018:00 -
1 stop30h 50m
Wed 28/1021:05 -
1 stop31h 55m
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Sat 7/1118:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Wed 11/1120:05 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 24/8R16 195
Tue 15/922:00 -
2 stops23h 29m
Fri 16/1012:30 -
2 stops24h 00m
Deal found 25/8R17 391
Mon 28/920:15 -
1 stop24h 08m
Sun 4/1016:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 27/8R17 837
Mon 19/1019:00 -
1 stop24h 55m
Wed 28/1016:10 -
2 stops20h 25m
Deal found 24/8R18 347

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Popular in

March

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February

Average price

R20 132
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/10-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (R5 566 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 12% potential price decrease (R2 327 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

18:50-18:00

1 stop30h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/11

20:05-11:00

1 stop31h 55m

R16 291
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

22:00-15:29

2 stops23h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/10

16:36-18:30

1 stop19h 54m

R17 391

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

20:15-14:23

1 stop24h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/10

12:25-19:40

1 stop25h 15m

R17 901

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

19:00-13:55

1 stop24h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 28/10

16:10-18:35

2 stops20h 25m

R18 347

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

18:50-13:53

1 stop25h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 20/9

22:30-21:20

1 stop40h 50m

R19 144
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

9:45-23:56

2 stops44h 11m

R12 226

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

14:05-23:56

2 stops39h 51m

R14 282

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

20:55-16:40

2 stops49h 45m

R15 908

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

21:15-19:36

2 stops28h 21m

R16 355
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

20:15-14:23

1 stop24h 08m

R16 626

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Detroit

How long is the flight to Detroit?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit takes 23 hours 29 minutes. Flights to Detroit from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Detroit?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit are Virgin Atlantic, KLM and Qatar Airways.

KLM
KLM
From R15 921
Delta
Delta
From R16 052
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R15 046
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R8 852

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit are Virgin Atlantic, KLM and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit ranges from 46.0 - 79.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 46.0 mm.

Temperature in Detroit by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andVirgin Atlantic to the United States have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 486 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
695 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful

FAQs about flying to Detroit

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0,9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Detroit.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Detroit if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Detroit on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Detroit?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Detroit.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Detroit depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Detroit, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 29 minutes).

  • Does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?

    Yes. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport is the closest property to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (1,6 km away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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