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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Detroit from R11 891

JNB — DTT
Oct 9 — Oct 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Detroit

Mon 12/1018:00 -
1 stop30h 50m
Sun 25/1021:05 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 5/9R15 252
Thu 5/1118:50 -
1 stop31h 10m
Mon 9/1120:05 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 8/9R16 212
Mon 12/1021:55 -
1 stop31h 58m
Thu 12/1119:15 -
1 stop30h 05m
Deal found 4/9R17 957
Mon 12/1021:55 -
1 stop31h 58m
Sun 25/1016:58 -
2 stops33h 22m
Deal found 5/9R18 005
Mon 12/1019:00 -
2 stops26h 27m
Thu 12/1114:45 -
2 stops20h 50m
Deal found 4/9R18 469
Tue 15/921:55 -
1 stop31h 56m
Fri 16/1014:52 -
1 stop22h 48m
Deal found 7/9R18 773
Mon 12/1019:20 -
2 stops28h 45m
Sun 25/1018:20 -
2 stops33h 35m
Deal found 5/9R18 805
Thu 17/918:50 -
1 stop30h 00m
Mon 12/1022:30 -
1 stop40h 50m
Deal found 9/9R19 157

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Round-trip from

R15 252

One-way from

R11 891

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 893
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 12/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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15/9-31/12
  • 15/9-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (R87 025 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 12% potential price decrease (R37 167 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

9:45-21:54

2 stops42h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 291

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

14:05-21:33

2 stops37h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 531

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

18:00-18:50

1 stop30h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 25/10

21:05-11:00

1 stop31h 55m

R15 252

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

18:50-19:00

1 stop31h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/11

20:05-11:00

1 stop31h 55m

R16 212

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

21:55-0:58

1 stop33h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

19:45-8:20

2 stops29h 35m

R17 957

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

21:55-23:53

1 stop31h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 25/10

16:58-8:20

2 stops33h 22m

R18 005

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

19:00-15:27

2 stops26h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

14:45-18:35

2 stops20h 50m

R18 469

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

9:50-22:34

2 stops43h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/11

12:10-8:20

2 stops37h 10m

R19 941
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

21:55-15:44

1 stop23h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R21 654

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

22:00-8:43

1 stop40h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R22 854

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Detroit

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit (average of R15 540). Flying from Johannesburg to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 390). 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 to Detroit?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Detroit flights typically cost between R17 092 and R17 957 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 252 on Turkish Airlines (Oct 12–Oct 25).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andVirgin Atlantic from Johannesburg to Detroit. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 474 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0,9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg to Detroit. 2 airlines have flights to All airports from Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Detroit All airports should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Detroit?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Detroit in 30h 50m. Fly via Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Johannesburg to Detroit is about 13638 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Detroit is Virgin Atlantic. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R8 888 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is KLM, starting at R15 985. Virgin Atlantic is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Detroit?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 to Detroit?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit (average of R15 540). Flying from Johannesburg to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 390). 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 2 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR8 888AverageR16 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR15 985AverageR16 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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