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R20 585+ Cheap flights to Detroit

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTW
May 4 — May 111
1 adult

Flights to Detroit in 2025

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 29 April 2025.

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R20 585

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 247
Delta
  • Delta
  • 24/6-5/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 060 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 29 April 2025.

Tue 24/623:15JNB - DTW
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Sat 5/710:00DTW - JNB
2 stops29h 20mDelta
Deal found 29/4R20 585
Tue 29/412:20JNB - DTW
2 stops27h 52mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/510:15DTW - JNB
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R21 460
Tue 24/623:15JNB - DTW
1 stop22h 15mKLM
Sat 5/718:30DTW - JNB
1 stop20h 50mKLM
Deal found 29/4R22 930
Tue 29/418:50JNB - DTW
1 stop30h 15mAir France
Tue 6/521:20DTW - JNB
1 stop29h 30mAir France
Deal found 28/4R26 597

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Return

Price

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

23:15-15:30

1 stop22h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/7

10:00-21:20

2 stops29h 20m

R20 585

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

23:15-15:30

1 stop22h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/7

18:30-21:20

1 stop20h 50m

R22 930

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Deals found on 29/4

Best time to book a flight to Detroit

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

When is the best time to book a flight to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Detroit?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit takes 22 hours 15 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 British Airways.

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic

From R992

KLM

KLM

From R950

British Airways

British Airways

From R984

United Airlines

United Airlines

From R943

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

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

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 29 April 2025.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 929 reviews
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Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 929 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 929 reviews
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Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 929 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 299, while return flights cost around R21 180.

  • How much is a return flight to Detroit?

    A return flight to Detroit will typically cost around R1 213, however they can be found for as little as R1 138.

  • 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 (22 hours 15 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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