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$705+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTW
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Detroit

Cheapest flights from South Africa to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1610:00 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop20h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/117:45 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops39h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,002
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Tue 12/167:20 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 25mKLM
Sun 1/119:20 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/11$1,112
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Tue 12/167:20 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops33h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/114:15 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,139
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Tue 12/1611:59 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops29h 14mDelta
Sun 1/114:45 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,162
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Tue 12/167:45 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops35h 05mAir Canada
Sun 1/116:15 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$2,412

Find flight deals from South Africa to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$913
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$705
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,127
From South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($125 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/22

7:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

$913

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/22

7:35 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops32h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

5:57 pm-7:35 am

2 stops30h 38m

$1,019

Port ElizabethDetroit

PLZ - DTW

PLZDTW

Port Elizabeth

Thu 2/12

3:45 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/16

8:05 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,222

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/16

8:35 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops51h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/20

1:08 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops40h 02m

$1,527

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/16

8:50 pm-10:59 am

1 stop21h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/20

10:28 am-6:00 pm

2 stops24h 32m

$1,868

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

7:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$705

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

7:20 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$971

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/10

10:25 am-7:41 am

3 stops52h 16m

$1,057

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

10:00 pm-1:21 pm

3 stops46h 21m

$1,406

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/10

7:20 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,557

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Deals found on 12/10

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $863). Flying from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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.

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 December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and Air France from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 21h 09m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, British Airways, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 8298 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Detroit 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 South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $863). Flying from South Africa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from South Africa to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Detroit. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$970Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$1,040Average$1,323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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