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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Detroit from R15 792

JNB — DTT
Oct 21 — Oct 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Detroit

Thu 5/1118:50 -
1 stop31h 10m
Mon 9/1120:05 -
1 stop31h 50m
Deal found 16/9R16 458
Fri 6/110:20 -
1 stop25h 40m
Wed 11/1120:05 -
1 stop43h 20m
Deal found 17/9R16 474
Thu 17/921:55 -
1 stop28h 16m
Mon 12/108:25 -
1 stop29h 15m
Deal found 17/9R18 976
Thu 17/918:50 -
1 stop30h 00m
Mon 12/1015:52 -
2 stops23h 28m
Deal found 17/9R19 447
Thu 5/119:50 -
2 stops43h 44m
Mon 9/1112:10 -
2 stops37h 10m
Deal found 16/9R20 243
Sat 17/1023:15 -
1 stop24h 04m
Sat 24/1021:46 -
2 stops42h 14m
Deal found 19/9R20 373
Sat 7/119:50 -
2 stops43h 44m
Wed 11/1112:10 -
2 stops37h 10m
Deal found 17/9R20 568

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Round-trip from

R16 458

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 164
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 5/11-9/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (R99 456 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 12% potential price decrease (R38 008 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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

20:05-10:55

1 stop31h 50m

R16 458

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

R20 243

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

9:50-22:34

2 stops43h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/11

12:10-8:25

2 stops37h 15m

R20 633

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

9:45-21:34

2 stops41h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 24/10

10:22-8:25

2 stops40h 03m

R20 910

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

23:15-20:00

2 stops26h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 24/10

21:20-11:25

1 stop32h 05m

R21 836

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

22:50-14:16

3 stops45h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 24/10

6:00-13:30

3 stops49h 30m

R22 469

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

21:20-0:55

1 stop34h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/1

5:15-19:10

1 stop30h 55m

R22 615

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

22:00-17:00

2 stops26h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/11

17:12-18:35

1 stop18h 23m

R32 120

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

22:00-20:30

2 stops29h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/11

8:30-18:35

1 stop27h 05m

R32 169

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/2

18:50-18:00

1 stop30h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R39 788

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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 711). Flying from Johannesburg to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 729). 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 165 and R18 229 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R16 458 on Turkish Airlines (Nov 5–Nov 9).

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
1 575 reviews
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Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

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
1 575 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 575 reviews
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Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

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
4 465 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 575 reviews
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Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

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
1 575 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

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 31h 10m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Johannesburg to Detroit is about 13638 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 R9 022 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is KLM, starting at R16 228. 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 711). Flying from Johannesburg to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 729). 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 AtlanticCheapestR9 022AverageR17 816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR16 228AverageR16 710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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