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R10 251+ Cheap flights to Detroit

— DTW
Dec 6 — Dec 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Detroit in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Detroit

Sat 7/1122:00 -
2 stops24h 27m
Mon 23/1110:48 -
2 stops24h 47m
Deal found 5/11R18 092
Tue 1/1218:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Sun 3/120:05 -
2 stops30h 35m
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Tue 22/1223:55 -
1 stop44h 10m
Thu 7/120:30 -
1 stop42h 30m
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Tue 1/1223:55 -
1 stop44h 10m
Sun 3/121:25 -
1 stop31h 00m
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Tue 15/1213:30 -
2 stops35h 30m
Sat 2/120:05 -
2 stops30h 35m
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Tue 15/1219:40 -
1 stop30h 35m
Sat 2/116:15 -
1 stop22h 45m
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Tue 15/1223:55 -
2 stops26h 20m
Sat 2/120:35 -
1 stop42h 25m
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Fri 6/110:20 -
1 stop24h 40m
Mon 23/1116:05 -
3 stops32h 05m
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Sat 7/1119:45 -
3 stops31h 45m
Mon 23/1115:15 -
3 stops35h 25m
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February

Average price

R15 680
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 7/2-13/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 20/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (R5 270 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 12% potential price decrease (R2 349 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

0:20-18:00

1 stop24h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 251

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

18:50-18:00

1 stop30h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 793

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

12:05-22:02

3 stops40h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 613

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

9:50-20:45

3 stops41h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 286

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

0:20-18:00

1 stop24h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/2

20:05-22:25

1 stop43h 20m

R17 501

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

18:50-18:00

1 stop30h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/1

20:05-9:40

2 stops30h 35m

R20 224

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/12

23:55-13:05

1 stop44h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/1

20:30-22:00

1 stop42h 30m

R20 946

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

23:55-13:05

1 stop44h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/1

21:25-11:25

1 stop31h 00m

R21 995

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/1

19:35-19:50

2 stops31h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/2

16:49-10:25

2 stops34h 36m

R22 504

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How long is the flight to Detroit?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit takes 30 hours 10 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 and KLM.

KLM
KLM
From R16 270
Delta
Delta
From R16 517
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R15 482
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R9 109

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

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

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

Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as KLM and Virgin Atlantic. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 594 reviews
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Food

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Artem,Oct 2026

FCO - AMS

Having to wait 2 hours in line just to get a boarding pass with no checked baggage is unacceptable for a modern airport. Receiving only 2 out of 9 boarding passes and then having to wait another 2 hours for the remaining ones is a disaster.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 594 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 594 reviews
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Food

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Artem,Oct 2026

FCO - AMS

Having to wait 2 hours in line just to get a boarding pass with no checked baggage is unacceptable for a modern airport. Receiving only 2 out of 9 boarding passes and then having to wait another 2 hours for the remaining ones is a disaster.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
697 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 594 reviews
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Food

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Artem,Oct 2026

FCO - AMS

Having to wait 2 hours in line just to get a boarding pass with no checked baggage is unacceptable for a modern airport. Receiving only 2 out of 9 boarding passes and then having to wait another 2 hours for the remaining ones is a disaster.

FAQs about flying to Detroit

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 27,8 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, KLM 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, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 13 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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