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R10 275+ 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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTW
Jan 15 — Jan 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Detroit in 2025

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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 16 December 2025.

Tue 16/1223:59JNB - DTW
1 stop24h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/121:20DTW - JNB
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12R17 960
Tue 16/1222:00JNB - DTW
2 stops32h 10mDelta
Sun 11/121:20DTW - JNB
1 stop31h 50mDelta
Deal found 14/12R18 145
Tue 16/1219:45JNB - DTW
3 stops35h 05mAir Canada
Sun 11/118:15DTW - JNB
2 stops32h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 15/12R44 295

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Find the latest flights to Detroit in 2025, 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 16 December 2025.

Return from

R17 237

One-way from

R10 275

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 952
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 28/5-1/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 79h 51m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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2/2
  • 2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 47m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R2 104 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R407 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

21:15-17:20

2 stops50h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/6

17:23-7:00

2 stops31h 37m

R17 237

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

17:55-18:50

1 stop30h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/6

20:55-10:35

1 stop31h 40m

R21 323

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

15:05-10:54

2 stops25h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/6

17:30-18:30

1 stop19h 00m

R31 817

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

9:50-19:37

2 stops40h 47m

R10 275

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

17:00-16:25

2 stops29h 25m

R10 746

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

17:00-16:25

2 stops29h 25m

R11 099

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

17:55-18:50

1 stop30h 55m

R11 603

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

19:05-18:10

1 stop30h 05m

R11 856

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

18:00-18:50

1 stop30h 50m

R11 872

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

17:00-16:25

2 stops29h 25m

R12 007

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Deals found on 13/12

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Cheapflights Insights

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 0 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 Air France.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 851
KLM
KLM
From R16 301
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R15 993
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R14 337

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit are Turkish Airlines, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic.

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 16 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7,4
Good
1 506 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 094 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 102 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Detroit.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit. One-way flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically cost R1 762, while return flights cost around R17 437.

  • 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 (30 hours 0 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 (0,0 km away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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