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R11 435+ 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 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTW
Feb 19 — Feb 261
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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 14 February 2025.

Return from

R21 223

One-way from

R11 435

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 041
KLM
  • KLM
  • 1/3-8/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
30/3
  • 30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 27m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R2 806 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 351 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in February 2025

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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 14 February 2025.

Wed 13/821:15JNB - DTW
2 stops26h 01mBritish Airways
Wed 17/915:43DTW - JNB
2 stops33h 17mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/2R18 873
Sat 1/319:40JNB - DTW
1 stop30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/314:20DTW - JNB
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2R21 223
Sat 1/323:55JNB - DTW
2 stops26h 11mKLM
Sat 8/314:20DTW - JNB
2 stops24h 40mKLM
Deal found 12/2R22 981
Wed 13/818:55JNB - DTW
1 stop26h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 17/916:10DTW - JNB
2 stops36h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/2R29 439
Wed 13/817:55JNB - DTW
1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 17/920:55DTW - JNB
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/2R30 087
Thu 14/818:50JNB - DTW
1 stop24h 50mAir France
Wed 17/918:05DTW - JNB
1 stop32h 25mAir France
Deal found 12/2R65 243

Find flights to Detroit within your budget

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 14 February 2025.

Fly from

Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/3

19:40-18:55

1 stop30h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/3

14:20-22:00

2 stops24h 40m

R21 223

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/3

23:55-19:06

2 stops26h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/3

14:20-22:00

2 stops24h 40m

R22 981

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/3

17:00-8:27

2 stops45h 27m

R11 435

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/3

20:40-17:39

2 stops50h 59m

R15 080

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/3

18:55-15:10

1 stop26h 15m

R17 856

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/3

22:50-23:59

3 stops31h 09m

R22 260

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Deals found on 12/2

Best time to book a flight to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights to Detroit

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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 7 February 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 26 hours 1 minute. 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 cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit are Turkish Airlines, KLM 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 14 February 2025.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

  • 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 917, while return flights cost around R21 056.

  • 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 (26 hours 1 minute).

  • 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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