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Cheap flights from Detroit to South Africa from R11 871

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 22/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — JNB
Jun 20 — Jun 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to South Africa

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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 21 May 2026.

Sat 22/813:02
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops37h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/89:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops40h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R21 803
Tue 8/96:00
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/99:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops43h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R21 819
Mon 31/87:30
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/99:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops53h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R21 902
Mon 14/915:40
DTW
-
CPT
2 stops36h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 29/919:30
CPT
-
DTW
2 stops33h 24m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5R22 814
Thu 1/1010:41
DTW
-
CPT
2 stops41h 34m
Qatar Airways
Wed 14/1013:15
CPT
-
DTW
2 stops39h 39m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R23 245
Mon 31/813:06
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops32h 54m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/920:55
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops31h 59m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R23 262
Thu 22/1010:35
DTW
-
CPT
2 stops41h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 31/1012:35
CPT
-
DTW
2 stops38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5R23 726
Fri 16/1010:35
DTW
-
CPT
2 stops41h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 23/1019:30
CPT
-
DTW
2 stops33h 24m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5R23 825
Wed 19/813:06
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops32h 54m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/920:55
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops29h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R23 859
Fri 20/1113:46
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops35h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/119:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops41h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R24 124
Tue 8/916:14
DTW
-
CPT
2 stops36h 01m
Qatar Airways
Wed 16/919:30
CPT
-
DTW
2 stops31h 36m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R24 207
Sat 10/1013:50
DTW
-
CPT
2 stops38h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 18/1019:30
CPT
-
DTW
2 stops33h 24m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R24 389

Find flight deals from Detroit to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 21 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R21 803

One-way from

R11 871

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R25 517
22/8-31/8
  • 22/8-31/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 48m total
  • Detroit to South Africa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 00m total
  • Detroit to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R51 481 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R12 501 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 22/8

13:02-8:20

2 stops37h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

9:50-20:20

2 stops40h 30m

R21 803

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 31/8

7:30-8:20

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:50-9:06

2 stops53h 16m

R21 902

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/9

6:00-13:35

3 stops49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

23:30-23:55

2 stops54h 25m

R25 301

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 31/10

8:10-8:20

2 stops42h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

9:50-15:50

2 stops37h 00m

R25 798

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/11

20:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

19:10-18:10

1 stop30h 00m

R25 931

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 31/10

21:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

19:05-19:10

1 stop31h 05m

R26 594

DetroitCape Town

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/10

20:50-11:50

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

16:35-18:45

1 stop32h 10m

R30 043

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/7

20:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

20:55-21:37

2 stops30h 42m

R30 043

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 22/8

6:00-13:25

2 stops25h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

14:30-14:11

3 stops29h 41m

R30 109

DetroitDurban

DTW - DUR

DTWDUR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/6

10:45-16:35

2 stops47h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/6

18:40-14:13

2 stops49h 33m

R31 286

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to South Africa

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to South Africa (average of R1 559). Flying from Detroit to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R23 477). 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.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to South Africa?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines fly from Detroit to South Africa in about 26h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 50m. Detroit and South Africa are separated by a distance of 13354 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to South Africa (average of R1 559). Flying from Detroit to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R23 477). 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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