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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from R12 513

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTW
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 20 May 2026.

Thu 17/920:25
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop23h 58m
Delta
Mon 12/1018:40
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Delta
Deal found 20/5R19 411
Thu 17/920:25
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop23h 58m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 12/1012:15
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop25h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/5R19 944
Tue 15/919:00
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop24h 55m
United Airlines
Fri 16/1016:44
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop19h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/5R20 560
Tue 15/920:25
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop23h 58m
Delta
Fri 16/1019:50
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Delta
Deal found 20/5R20 610
Tue 15/912:40
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops32h 54m
Qatar Airways
Fri 16/1013:50
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R20 827
Mon 25/523:15
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop42h 27m
KLM
Tue 2/616:20
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
KLM
Deal found 18/5R20 993

Find 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 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 411

One-way from

R12 513

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R20 827
Delta
  • Delta
  • 17/9-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 03m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 862 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 880 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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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 20 May 2026.
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.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

20:25-14:23

1 stop23h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/10

18:40-8:45

1 stop32h 05m

R19 411

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

9:50-23:58

2 stops44h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/8

10:23-8:20

2 stops39h 57m

R19 411
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

19:00-13:55

1 stop24h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/10

10:24-18:30

2 stops26h 06m

R20 560

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:25-22:02

2 stops31h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/10

19:50-8:50

2 stops31h 00m

R20 693
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

12:45-15:50

2 stops34h 05m

R12 513
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

19:05-18:10

1 stop30h 05m

R13 063

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

9:50-15:50

2 stops37h 00m

R13 229

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

9:50-22:39

2 stops42h 49m

R13 379

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

14:45-21:04

2 stops36h 19m

R13 446

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

9:50-20:13

2 stops41h 23m

R13 712

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of R16 861). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R23 059). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

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 20 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Air France, andUnited 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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Air France
7,4
Good
1 588 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 737 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
688 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 4 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 27,8 km from Detroit’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    For as low as R19 411, Delta can have you in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 23h 58m. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are separated by a distance of 13638 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 Virgin Atlantic. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R15 657 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Air France, starting at R16 417 and R16 515 round-trip. Users have found that Virgin Atlantic is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of R16 861). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R23 059). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Detroit

Discover the top 4 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 20 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 657AverageR18 271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 417AverageR20 388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 515AverageR23 106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 527AverageR16 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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