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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Detroit from R12 390

JNB — DTT
Sep 28 — Oct 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Detroit

Sat 7/1118:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Wed 11/1120:05 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 28/8R16 316
Tue 15/922:00 -
1 stop28h 41m
Fri 16/1015:01 -
1 stop21h 29m
Deal found 28/8R17 559
Mon 28/920:15 -
1 stop24h 08m
Sun 4/1016:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 27/8R18 076
Tue 15/921:55 -
1 stop31h 56m
Fri 16/1014:52 -
1 stop22h 48m
Deal found 29/8R18 997

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Round-trip from

R16 316

One-way from

R12 390

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 403
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 7/11-11/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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17/9
  • 17/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 11m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (R90 821 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 12% potential price decrease (R38 055 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

22:00-15:29

2 stops23h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/10

16:36-18:30

1 stop19h 54m

R17 559

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

20:15-14:23

1 stop24h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/10

12:25-19:40

1 stop25h 15m

R18 141

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

20:15-14:23

1 stop24h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

14:52-8:20

2 stops34h 28m

R19 046

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

18:50-13:53

1 stop25h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 20/9

22:30-21:20

1 stop40h 50m

R19 401

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

23:15-11:40

1 stop42h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 19/9

22:30-21:20

1 stop40h 50m

R19 417
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

9:45-23:56

2 stops44h 11m

R12 390

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

21:15-19:36

2 stops28h 21m

R16 574

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

21:55-0:54

1 stop32h 59m

R19 175

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

18:50-18:50

1 stop30h 00m

R19 320
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

19:00-13:55

1 stop24h 55m

R21 162

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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 686). Flying from Johannesburg to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 599). 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 typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Detroit flights typically cost between R16 283 and R21 986 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R16 316 on Turkish Airlines (Nov 7–Nov 11).

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
1 567 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 567 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 567 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 479 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 567 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
695 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 567 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very 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. 3 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 23h 29m. Fly via United 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 971 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and Qatar Airways, starting at R16 135 and R20 195 round-trip. 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?

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  • 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 686). Flying from Johannesburg to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 599). 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 3 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR8 971AverageR16 244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR16 135AverageR16 615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR20 195AverageR22 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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