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Cheap flights from Detroit to South Africa from R15 249

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 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — JNB
Oct 27 — Nov 31
1 adult

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 October 2024.

Thu 14/1120:10DTW - JNB
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 26/1119:10JNB - DTW
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/10R20 073
Wed 4/1220:10DTW - CPT
1 stop32h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/1217:15CPT - DTW
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/10R20 619
Sun 3/1120:10DTW - CPT
2 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/1117:15CPT - DTW
1 stop32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R21 288
Tue 22/106:00DTW - JNB
2 stops45h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 29/1019:50JNB - DTW
2 stops31h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R24 528
Tue 5/1110:00DTW - JNB
2 stops46h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/1119:10JNB - DTW
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R26 570
Tue 22/1012:20DTW - JNB
3 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 29/1014:35JNB - DTW
3 stops34h 17mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/10R26 870
Tue 12/1112:40DTW - CPT
2 stops38h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 26/1112:35CPT - DTW
2 stops39h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R30 814
Wed 20/1117:28DTW - JNB
2 stops31h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 27/1119:45JNB - DTW
2 stops46h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/10R30 902
Mon 25/1120:10DTW - DUR
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/1218:10DUR - DTW
2 stops55h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R30 955
Sat 16/115:45DTW - CPT
2 stops25h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/1215:20CPT - DTW
3 stops49h 43mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/10R32 152
Mon 25/1115:45DTW - DUR
2 stops40h 00mLufthansa
Mon 2/1215:15DUR - DTW
3 stops63h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 21/10R33 508
Tue 24/1211:28DTW - JNB
2 stops39h 52mBritish Airways
Wed 15/119:45JNB - DTW
2 stops34h 22mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/10R35 850

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Detroit to South Africa 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 600 404 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/3

1 stop32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

1 stop32h 00m

R18 031

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/4

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

3 stops32h 55m

R20 936

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/11

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/11

1 stop32h 00m

R21 288

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 13/1

2 stops31h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/1

2 stops41h 22m

R23 964

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/3

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/3

1 stop24h 55m

R26 782

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/2

1 stop19h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/2

1 stop36h 25m

R27 574

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 18/3

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/3

1 stop23h 35m

R29 458

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 13/1

1 stop34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/2

1 stop27h 40m

R29 986

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 13/1

1 stop17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/1

1 stop20h 07m

R30 427

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 20/11

2 stops31h 02m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/11

2 stops46h 24m

R30 902

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyDurban King Shaka Intl

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 21/3

3 stops35h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 30/3

2 stops33h 00m

R32 504

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/12

2 stops39h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/1

2 stops34h 22m

R35 850

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Deals found on 20/10

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit to South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to South Africa (average of R88). Flying from Detroit to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R116). 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.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 22 October 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines from Detroit to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 884 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 884 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 884 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 360 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 884 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Virgin Atlantic
7,6
Good
668 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 884 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Qatar Airways
7,6
Good
3 921 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 884 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 548 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 884 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to South Africa. 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 from for flights from Detroit to South Africa?

    Located just 0,9 km from the city centre, Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Detroit.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit to South Africa for under R18 100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit to South Africa for under R18 100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just R18 031, but on average you can expect to pay R27 152.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R15 249. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to South Africa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit to South Africa?

    Most travellers choose Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Cape Town Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Durban King Shaka Intl when deciding on the best route from Detroit to South Africa.

  • What does DTW to JNB mean?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is DTW and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is JNB. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to South Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Detroit to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 22/10.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to South Africa (average of R88). Flying from Detroit to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R116). 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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