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R12 040+ Cheap flights to Detroit

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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTT
Sep 3 — Sep 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Detroit in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Detroit. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 4 August 2026.

Tue 15/922:00
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops23h 29m
United Airlines
Fri 16/1016:36
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop19h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/7R17 747
Wed 9/920:15
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop24h 08m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 20/912:25
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop25h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/8R18 225
Wed 30/919:00
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops33h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 29/114:15
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops21h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/7R18 737
Thu 17/920:15
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop24h 08m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 12/1017:40
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/8R18 885
Tue 1/923:15
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop24h 00m
KLM
Wed 9/918:25
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop20h 55m
KLM
Deal found 30/7R19 495
Thu 17/922:00
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops26h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 12/1012:52
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop23h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8R19 660

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Find the latest flights to Detroit in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 4 August 2026.

Return from

R17 747

One-way from

R12 040

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 188
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 15/9-16/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 23m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 57m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (R5 956 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 12% potential price decrease (R2 424 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

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JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

22:00-23:58

2 stops31h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/10

16:36-18:30

1 stop19h 54m

R17 747
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

22:00-20:25

2 stops28h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/10

14:48-18:30

2 stops21h 42m

R17 846

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

19:00-22:15

2 stops33h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 29/1

17:30-18:35

1 stop18h 05m

R18 737
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

18:50-18:00

1 stop30h 10m

R12 601

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

20:55-0:42

2 stops33h 47m

R13 046

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

9:50-15:50

2 stops37h 00m

R13 558

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

21:15-21:33

2 stops30h 18m

R16 922

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

21:55-0:54

1 stop32h 59m

R17 120

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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 R16 474
Delta
Delta
From R16 682
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R15 568
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R9 159

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

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated 4 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines 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
1 552 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 461 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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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