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R11 951+ Cheap flights to Detroit

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 22/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DTT
May 12 — May 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Detroit in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Detroit. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 April 2026.

Mon 23/1119:05
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 27/1120:05
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R15 394
Sat 26/917:50
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/1020:50
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R16 869
Tue 15/917:50
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 10/1020:50
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R18 263
Wed 16/918:00
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 10/1020:50
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R18 476
Fri 18/918:00
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 10/1020:50
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R18 591
Fri 18/99:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops42h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 13/106:00
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R18 722
Sat 26/99:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops42h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 6/106:00
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4R18 869
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops36h 42m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/106:00
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R18 886
Sat 23/59:45
JNB
-
DTW
2 stops42h 52m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/57:45
DTW
-
JNB
2 stops42h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R18 919
Wed 16/918:00
JNB
-
DTW
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 13/1020:50
DTW
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R18 968

Find flight deals to Detroit

Find the latest flights to Detroit in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 12 April 2026.

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R16 869

One-way from

R11 951

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March

Average price

R20 050
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/9-6/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R1 097 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R625 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

18:00-18:45

1 stop30h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/10

20:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

R18 591

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

17:50-18:45

1 stop30h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/10

20:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

R19 509
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

20:25-14:23

1 stop23h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/10

19:50-8:45

2 stops30h 55m

R20 165

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

18:00-18:45

1 stop30h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/10

20:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

R20 378

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

20:25-21:46

2 stops31h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

18:40-8:45

1 stop32h 05m

R21 050
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

9:50-23:59

2 stops44h 09m

R12 787

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

17:00-16:53

3 stops53h 53m

R15 115

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

17:50-18:45

1 stop30h 55m

R17 148
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

20:25-14:09

1 stop23h 44m

R17 574

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

14:30-14:34

3 stops30h 04m

R20 115

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Detroit

How long is the flight to Detroit?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Detroit takes 30 hours 37 minutes. Flights to Detroit from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Detroit?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit are KLM, Virgin Atlantic and Air France.

KLM
KLM
From R16 211
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R15 474
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R16 076
Delta
Delta
From R16 509

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Detroit are Virgin Atlantic, Air France and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit ranges from 46.0 - 79.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 46.0 mm.

Temperature in Detroit by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -4.0 C).

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 12 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andAir France to the United States have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air France
7,4
Good
1 566 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 575 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 304 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 496 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

FAQs about flying to Detroit

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0,9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Detroit.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Detroit if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Detroit on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Detroit?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Detroit.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Detroit depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Detroit, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (30 hours 37 minutes).

  • Does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?

    Yes. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport is the closest property to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (1,6 km away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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