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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit from R11 185

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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTT
Mar 10 — Mar 171
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 8 February 2026.

Wed 4/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/321:05
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2R13 877
Tue 24/319:10
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 31/320:50
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2R13 926
Wed 11/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/321:05
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/2R13 974
Wed 4/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 8/321:05
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/2R14 198
Wed 4/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 7/320:05
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/2R14 214
Mon 2/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 31/520:50
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/2R14 406
Wed 4/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/321:05
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/2R14 422
Wed 11/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 14/321:05
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/2R14 663
Wed 18/319:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 22/321:05
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2R14 887

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 (DTT). 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 8 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 877

One-way from

R11 185

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 448
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 4/3-9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 4/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R8 893 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 878 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 8 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-19:10

1 stop30h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 31/3

20:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

R13 926

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-19:10

1 stop30h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 15/3

21:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

R14 198

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

19:05-18:10

1 stop30h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/3

21:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

R14 198

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

19:05-18:10

1 stop30h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/3

21:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

R14 422

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-19:10

1 stop30h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/3

21:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

R14 663

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

19:05-19:10

1 stop30h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/3

21:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

R14 887

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

22:00-16:45

1 stop25h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

17:00-19:00

1 stop19h 00m

R16 041

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

22:00-21:55

2 stops54h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

21:35-8:35

2 stops52h 00m

R16 265

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:20-19:55

1 stop30h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 31/3

10:35-21:20

2 stops28h 45m

R16 473

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:20-15:05

2 stops25h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 31/3

14:31-21:20

2 stops24h 49m

R16 682

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit (average of R14 150). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 547). 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?

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

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

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 28% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit, 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 R14 944.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit, 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: 20h 05m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit, 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 1h 47m.

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 8 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit, such as KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 531 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 259 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 721 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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?

    Located just 0,9 km from the city centre, Detroit All airports is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Detroit from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to All airports (DTT) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo from 5 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit in 30h. Fly via Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Detroit are separated by a distance of 13638 km.

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

    Currently priced at R13 909, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Atlantic and Air France - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R15 240 and R15 766, respectively. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 26% 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?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit (average of R14 150). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 547). 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 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Detroit

Discover the top 5 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 8 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 909AverageR14 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 240AverageR17 496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 766AverageR21 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 790AverageR19 434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR15 846AverageR16 303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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