Find flights
Airlines
Travel Guide

R10 083+ 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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTW
Apr 22 — Apr 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Detroit in 2026

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

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 23 March 2026.

Wed 10/618:00
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 16/620:50
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R15 949
Wed 15/49:45
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops43h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/420:30
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops53h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3R17 190
Wed 10/620:25
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop23h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 16/620:10
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops30h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 21/3R18 057
Wed 17/619:00
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops34h 51m
United Airlines
Sun 2/816:48
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop19h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/3R18 125
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops44h 08m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/77:30
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R19 179
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops42h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/77:30
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3R19 281
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops44h 08m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/77:30
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R19 400
Tue 16/615:05
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops38h 46m
United Airlines
Sun 2/811:00
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/3R19 502
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops44h 08m
Etihad Airways
Sat 1/87:30
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R19 520

Find flight deals to Detroit

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 23 March 2026.

Return from

R15 949

One-way from

R10 083

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 560
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 10/6-16/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
Search Deals
27/5
  • 27/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 52m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R495 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R589 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for return flights in March 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Locate flights to Detroit that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 23 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

18:00-18:45

1 stop30h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 16/6

20:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

R16 119

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

20:25-14:05

1 stop23h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 16/6

10:07-8:45

2 stops40h 38m

R18 244

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

10:05-22:52

2 stops42h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 23/4

13:58-16:15

3 stops44h 17m

R21 475

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

19:25-15:43

2 stops26h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 16/6

20:55-9:25

2 stops30h 30m

R21 985

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:40-21:14

2 stops30h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 27/4

17:32-8:50

2 stops33h 18m

R22 274

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

18:00-13:17

1 stop25h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/8

21:20-11:05

1 stop31h 45m

R23 175

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

18:00-18:45

1 stop30h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/9

20:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

R24 433
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

19:00-14:15

1 stop25h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/8

14:10-18:30

2 stops22h 20m

R25 760

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

17:50-18:45

1 stop30h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 27/4

20:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

R29 194
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

9:50-22:55

2 stops43h 05m

R12 973

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 19/3

Showing 1-10 of 14 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

Best time to book a flight to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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 23 hours 41 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 KLM, Virgin Atlantic and Air France.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R14 682
KLM
KLM
From R16 813
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R16 674
Delta
Delta
From R17 123

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

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

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 23 March 2026.
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
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
685 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air France
7,4
Good
1 547 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 460 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 273 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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.

  • 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 (20 hours 57 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).

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Book flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Madison Heights
Southfield

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Search flights to Detroit by cabin class

Find flights to Detroit, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.
First Class
Business Class
Premium Economy Class
Economy class

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights to Detroit?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find Detroit flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets to Detroit?

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights to Detroit for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Can Cheapflights find flights to Detroit with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights to Detroit flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights to Detroit become cheaper?

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up Price Alerts. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide your email address. That’s it!

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.