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, 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, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (25 hours 4 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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Thu 17/9

9:45-11:51

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Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Thu 5/11

18:50-19:00

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Mon 9/11

20:05-11:00

1 stop31h 55m

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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9:50-22:34

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12:10-8:20

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14:30-13:07

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Thu 17/9

21:55-19:04

1 stop27h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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0:00-7:00

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R21 851

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How long is the flight to Detroit?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit takes 28 hours 16 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.

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

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7,8

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Virgin Atlantic

7,4

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694 reviews

KLM

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1 / 20

8,0

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Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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, 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, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (25 hours 4 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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The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit are Virgin Atlantic and KLM.

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

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.

FAQs about flying to Detroit

What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit?

Can I find cheaper flights to Detroit if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Detroit?

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Does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County have car hire?

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