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R11 080+ 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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTW
Mar 27 — Apr 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Detroit in 2026

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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 25 February 2026.

Thu 12/319:10
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop29h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/320:55
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/2R13 845
Sun 8/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop29h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/320:55
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/2R14 085
Wed 18/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop29h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 22/320:55
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/2R15 092
Wed 4/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop29h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/320:55
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/2R17 810
Thu 12/314:30
JNB
-
DTW
3 stops39h 27m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/36:00
DTW
-
JNB
3 stops39h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R18 178
Wed 4/39:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops54h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/39:51
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops40h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2R18 482
Wed 4/314:30
JNB
-
DTW
3 stops30h 47m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/35:48
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 17m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R18 562
Sun 8/39:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops44h 09m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/36:00
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/2R20 624

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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 25 February 2026.

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R13 845

One-way from

R11 080

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February

Average price

R15 412
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 12/3-16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 4/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Return

Price

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

19:05-19:00

1 stop29h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/3

20:55-10:50

1 stop31h 55m

R14 085

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

19:05-19:00

1 stop29h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/3

20:55-10:50

1 stop31h 55m

R15 092

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

9:50-23:59

2 stops44h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/3

6:00-8:20

2 stops44h 20m

R20 624

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

13:45-21:16

2 stops37h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/3

13:29-3:55

2 stops32h 26m

R22 047

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

19:00-23:59

2 stops34h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 16/4

19:04-18:30

1 stop17h 26m

R22 527

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

17:50-18:45

1 stop30h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 16/4

20:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

R23 790

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

19:05-19:00

1 stop29h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/3

14:35-8:20

2 stops35h 45m

R24 669

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

17:50-18:45

1 stop30h 55m

R11 096

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

14:45-18:38

2 stops33h 53m

R12 902

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

14:30-14:34

3 stops30h 04m

R17 443

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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 29 hours 50 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.

KLM
KLM
From R15 809
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R13 805
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 267
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R15 205

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

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

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 25 February 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
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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
679 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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
1 538 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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
9 348 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (29 hours 50 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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