Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Johannesburg from $1,238

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DTW — JNB
May 25 — Jun 11

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 May 20, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,934

Round-trip from

$1,192
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 26% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg?

Users have found that leaving on a Friday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 14% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg?

The best pricing can be found in the month of March. Prices to Johannesburg from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport average $1,886. You can even find prices in March for less than $1,886, as users have found deals to Johannesburg from as low as $1,296. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Johannesburg from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 20%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg (DTW - JNB)?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Detroit and Johannesburg. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Consider these cheap Qatar Airways flights we've found departing from Detroit to Johannesburg. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 7/137:57 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops39h 03mQatar Airways
Sun 7/218:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops33h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,878
Tue 7/165:25 amDTW - JNB
2 stops46h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 8/151:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops38h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,968

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Detroit to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Detroit and Johannesburg. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Ethiopian Air flights traveling from Detroit to Johannesburg. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Sat 7/136:03 amDTW - JNB
2 stops25h 02mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/214:00 amJNB - DTW
3 stops35h 39mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,010
Tue 7/167:38 amDTW - JNB
2 stops23h 27mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/154:00 amJNB - DTW
3 stops44h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,018
Tue 6/1810:45 amDTW - JNB
3 stops35h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/211:00 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops30h 58mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,111
Tue 7/167:38 amDTW - JNB
2 stops30h 22mEthiopian Air
Wed 8/74:00 amJNB - DTW
3 stops25h 58mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,149
Sat 7/136:30 amDTW - JNB
3 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/212:30 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops39h 28mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,287
Mon 6/106:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/2810:35 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops31h 23mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,352
Tue 7/168:31 amDTW - JNB
3 stops34h 09mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/1511:00 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops49h 53mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,423
Tue 7/1610:45 amDTW - JNB
3 stops31h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 8/72:30 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops39h 28mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,428
Mon 6/106:00 amDTW - JNB
3 stops36h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/2810:35 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops31h 23mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,457

Cheap Detroit to Johannesburg flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Johannesburg specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Prices were last updated on May 20, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Detroit to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 6/108:52 amDTW - JNB
2 stops41h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/289:55 amJNB - DTW
2 stops36h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,754
Tue 6/188:10 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/29:05 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,957
Tue 6/183:43 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops35h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/29:05 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops25h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$2,002
Tue 6/184:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop34h 25mLufthansa
Tue 7/27:00 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 5/19$2,073
Tue 6/1810:45 amDTW - JNB
3 stops35h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/211:00 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops30h 58mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,111
Mon 6/107:05 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops33h 25mTurkish Airlines
Fri 6/286:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/19$2,325
Mon 6/106:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/2810:35 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops31h 23mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,352
Mon 6/106:00 amDTW - JNB
3 stops36h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/2810:35 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops31h 23mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$2,457
Mon 6/109:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop29h 40mAir France
Fri 6/286:50 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop22h 55mAir France
Deal found 5/19$2,553

Detroit to Johannesburg 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Johannesburg in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Detroit to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 11/149:10 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/267:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,238
Sun 9/226:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/411:00 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops30h 59mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$1,256
Thu 11/144:40 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops35h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/267:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,397
Thu 11/146:46 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops37h 24mQatar Airways
Tue 11/267:50 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops45h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,429
Wed 9/187:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops52h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/301:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops57h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,446
Tue 10/86:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/1911:00 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops54h 59mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$1,453
Sun 9/226:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/511:00 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops54h 59mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$1,473
Sun 10/65:16 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops40h 54mQatar Airways
Wed 10/238:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops33h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,497
Tue 10/86:18 amDTW - JNB
2 stops45h 32mQatar Airways
Sat 10/191:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops33h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,500

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Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Detroit to Johannesburg. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Fri 5/246:13 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops34h 02mEmirates
Thu 6/610:20 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops29h 40mEmirates
Deal found 5/19$3,267
Fri 5/245:20 amDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 40mDelta
Thu 6/69:55 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop31h 23mDelta
Deal found 5/19$3,268

Find flights from Detroit to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Johannesburg 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 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/10

2 stops41h 43m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/28

2 stops36h 39m

$1,754

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/13

2 stops39h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/21

2 stops33h 59m

$1,878

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/18

2 stops35h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/2

2 stops25h 42m

$2,002

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/13

2 stops25h 02m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/21

3 stops35h 39m

$2,010

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/13

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/21

1 stop30h 30m

$2,041

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/18

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/2

1 stop25h 15m

$2,073

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/16

1 stop29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

1 stop23h 05m

$2,253

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/16

2 stops23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/15

1 stop23h 05m

$2,270

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/16

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

2 stops30h 25m

$2,304

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Deals found on 5/19

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip from Detroit to Johannesburg by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Detroit to Johannesburg is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $2,065. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,192). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,781). 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.

January

$1,192

February

$1,221

March

$1,283

April

$1,280

May

$1,401

June

$1,572

July

$1,781

August

$1,491

September

$1,341

October

$1,269

November

$1,289

December

$1,388

Temperature and rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

JNB

Temperature

50 - 68 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated May 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Johannesburg, such as Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines. 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.
8.1
Very good
3,939 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
3,939 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,939 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.0
Very good
10,635 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,939 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
1,558 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,939 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.7
Good
4,376 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,939 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.6
Good
1,761 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,939 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Johannesburg. 4 airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg for under $1,800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg for under $1,800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,754, but on average you can expect to pay $2,138.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg for under $3,300?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg within the next 7 days for less than $3,300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,878, Qatar Airways will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $2,002 and $2,010, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg?

  • What does DTW to JNB mean?

    Great question - DTW to JNB just means Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg with specific airlines?

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

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

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  • How recently were the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg flight deals updated?

    The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/19.

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