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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from R11 406

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTW
Aug 17 — Aug 241
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Detroit (DTW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 115

One-way from

R11 406

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 388
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 20/11-24/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 58m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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15/11
  • 15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 21m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R45 818 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 552 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 August 2025.

Thu 20/119:50JNB - DTW
2 stops40h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 24/1111:32DTW - JNB
2 stops37h 48mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8R20 115
Thu 20/1119:10JNB - DTW
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 24/1120:05DTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/8R20 843
Thu 20/1121:30JNB - DTW
2 stops28h 31mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 24/1120:15DTW - JNB
1 stop29h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/8R30 918

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 12 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

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

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 843

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

21:30-19:01

2 stops28h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/11

20:15-8:40

1 stop29h 25m

R30 918

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

9:50-8:11

2 stops53h 21m

R11 406

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

19:10-18:10

1 stop30h 00m

R12 381

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

17:55-19:20

3 stops55h 25m

R19 565

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

21:55-18:51

1 stop26h 56m

R24 763

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Deals found on 9/8

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 August 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 3% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Paris (CDG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 25% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R18 763.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 59m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 05m.

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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Etihad Airways, Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 232 reviews
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Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

JFK - AUH

Low load on JFK to AUH. Got a whole row to myself. Modern airline and airplane. Only vegetarian option available on same route. It was delicious though. AUH BKK was packed to the gills. Nothing wrong with the flight though.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 232 reviews
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 232 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

JFK - AUH

Low load on JFK to AUH. Got a whole row to myself. Modern airline and airplane. Only vegetarian option available on same route. It was delicious though. AUH BKK was packed to the gills. Nothing wrong with the flight though.
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
657 reviews
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 232 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

JFK - AUH

Low load on JFK to AUH. Got a whole row to myself. Modern airline and airplane. Only vegetarian option available on same route. It was delicious though. AUH BKK was packed to the gills. Nothing wrong with the flight though.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 945 reviews
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 232 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

JFK - AUH

Low load on JFK to AUH. Got a whole row to myself. Modern airline and airplane. Only vegetarian option available on same route. It was delicious though. AUH BKK was packed to the gills. Nothing wrong with the flight though.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 7 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 27,8 km from Detroit’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R20 115 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Turkish Airlines, starting at R20 843.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 7 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Detroit

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 12 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 123AverageR15 477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 720AverageR21 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR16 857AverageR17 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 068AverageR17 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR17 452AverageR24 425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 572AverageR20 908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 815AverageR18 693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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