Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to South Africa from $991

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 6/4. 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 13 — May 201

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

Our data shows that March tends to be the cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users have commonly found prices around $1,894 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,296. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Africa (DTW - ZA)?

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap British Airways flights from Detroit to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Detroit and South Africa. 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 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Consider these cheap British Airways flights we've found departing from Detroit to South Africa. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Thu 8/225:21 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops34h 04mBritish Airways
Thu 9/57:20 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,699
Fri 8/306:15 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops31h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 9/89:05 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops29h 22mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,727
Wed 8/285:21 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops34h 04mBritish Airways
Wed 9/47:20 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,774
Tue 8/205:21 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops34h 04mBritish Airways
Tue 9/37:20 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,786
Fri 8/305:21 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops31h 54mBritish Airways
Thu 9/57:20 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,849

Cheap Air France flights from Detroit to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between Detroit and South Africa. 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 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Air France flights traveling from Detroit to South Africa. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Fri 8/309:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop29h 10mAir France
Sat 9/76:50 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 10mAir France
Deal found 5/7$1,802
Sat 8/316:25 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mAir France
Sun 9/86:50 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 10mAir France
Deal found 5/7$1,813
Sun 7/79:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop29h 10mAir France
Thu 7/256:50 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop22h 55mAir France
Deal found 5/7$2,079
Sun 7/79:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop29h 10mAir France
Wed 7/2411:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops25h 25mAir France
Deal found 5/7$2,113

Cheap Detroit to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Detroit to South Africa in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 5/710:16 amDTW - JNB
3 stops35h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/195:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,450
Mon 5/2012:35 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops38h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 5/279:55 amJNB - DTW
2 stops39h 56mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,576
Tue 6/410:19 amDTW - JNB
3 stops35h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/108:30 amJNB - DTW
3 stops45h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,589
Tue 6/410:19 amDTW - JNB
3 stops35h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/105:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,630
Tue 6/48:10 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 6/116:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,668
Tue 5/711:59 amDTW - JNB
3 stops33h 56mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/192:30 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops49h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/6$1,687
Sun 5/126:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 5/194:35 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops49h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,691
Tue 6/43:50 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/105:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,695
Tue 5/77:13 amDTW - JNB
2 stops26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/195:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,715

Detroit to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Detroit to South Africa in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 9/188:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,100
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/25:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,147
Thu 9/58:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/264:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,179
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/35:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,189
Sat 11/169:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/45:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,198
Fri 11/159:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/25:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,237
Wed 9/184:00 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/254:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,255
Fri 11/159:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/45:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,286
Thu 9/56:03 pmDTW - CPT
2 stops35h 47mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/264:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,322

Detroit to South Africa flights leaving soon

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Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Detroit to South Africa. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Sun 5/126:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 5/194:35 pmCPT - DTW
2 stops49h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,691
Sun 5/126:00 amDTW - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 5/194:35 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,826
Sun 5/128:24 amDTW - CPT
2 stops44h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/191:50 pmCPT - DTW
3 stops30h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$2,627
Sun 5/124:05 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop23h 05mKLM
Sun 5/1911:15 pmCPT - DTW
1 stop23h 00mKLM
Deal found 5/7$3,265

One-way flights to South Africa from Detroit

Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Detroit to South Africa. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Detroit to South Africa instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 6/410:19 amDTW - JNB
3 stops35h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$991
Wed 6/57:20 amDTW - CPT
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,016
Wed 6/58:10 pmDTW - CPT
1 stop33h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,039
Tue 6/43:50 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,046
Wed 6/57:20 amDTW - CPT
3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,070
Tue 6/44:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop34h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 5/6$1,337

Find flights from Detroit to South Africa within your budget

Customize 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 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/18

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop31h 50m

$1,100

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/29

2 stops28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

2 stops26h 58m

$1,367

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyCape Town Intl

DTW - CPT

DTWCPT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/18

2 stops40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/25

2 stops41h 13m

$1,538

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/22

2 stops34h 04m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/5

2 stops31h 07m

$1,699

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/30

1 stop29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/7

1 stop25h 10m

$1,802

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/30

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/6

1 stop23h 05m

$1,815

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/28

1 stop19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/5

1 stop20h 35m

$1,826

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/25

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/5

1 stop25h 15m

$1,989

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyJohannesburg OR Tambo

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/8

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/22

1 stop19h 39m

$2,020

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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 May 8, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about British Airways, Air France and KLM. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.9
Good
1,598 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.7
Good
4,430 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.5
Good
1,779 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.5
Good
3,711 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Africa from Detroit.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Africa for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Africa for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $1,100, but on average you can expect to pay $1,411.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Africa for under $1,700?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $1,700.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Africa?

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

  • What does DTW to JNB mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a DTW to JNB flight. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • 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 vacation 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/7.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Detroit to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to South Africa. 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 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$984Average$1,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,405Average$1,948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,477Average$2,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest$1,693Average$1,985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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