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R16 869+ 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 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTW
Aug 17 — Aug 241
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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 12 August 2025.

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R16 869

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 736
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 26/9-3/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 34m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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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 12 August 2025.

Fri 26/921:55JNB - DTW
1 stop26h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 3/1020:20DTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/8R16 869
Fri 26/920:30JNB - DTW
2 stops31h 32mDelta
Fri 3/1021:45DTW - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/8R18 643
Thu 20/119:50JNB - DTW
2 stops40h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 24/1111:32DTW - JNB
2 stops37h 48mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8R20 115
Fri 26/921:15JNB - DTW
2 stops30h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 3/1019:17DTW - JNB
2 stops32h 08mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/8R20 807
Thu 20/1119:10JNB - DTW
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 24/1120:05DTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/8R20 860
Sun 17/821:55JNB - DTW
1 stop31h 32mDelta
Sat 6/916:25DTW - JNB
2 stops34h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/8R21 197
Sun 17/821:55JNB - DTW
1 stop31h 32mDelta
Sun 7/921:40DTW - JNB
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/8R21 854
Sat 16/815:05JNB - DTW
2 stops23h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/919:40DTW - JNB
2 stops40h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8R23 752
Fri 15/818:50JNB - DTW
2 stops30h 18mDelta
Sat 6/921:40DTW - JNB
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/8R24 302

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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 12 August 2025.
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Return

Price

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

21:55-18:44

1 stop26h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/10

20:20-10:05

1 stop31h 45m

R16 869

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

20:30-22:02

2 stops31h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/10

21:45-10:05

2 stops30h 20m

R18 643

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

9:50-19:00

2 stops40h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/11

11:32-8:20

2 stops37h 48m

R20 115

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

21:15-21:30

2 stops30h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/10

19:17-9:25

2 stops32h 08m

R20 807

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

19:10-18:10

1 stop30h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/11

20:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

R20 860

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

13:55-20:14

3 stops36h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/10

15:00-8:20

2 stops35h 20m

R27 317

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Deals found on 12/8

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 8 August 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 42 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 Virgin Atlantic, KLM and Air France.

KLM
KLM
From R950
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R991
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R943
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R853

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 12 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as KLM, Air France, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 381 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 381 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 381 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 467 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 381 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 922 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 381 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
657 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 381 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 945 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 381 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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 859, while return flights cost around R20 186.

  • 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 (22 hours 40 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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