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$622+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Detroit (DTT)

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 9/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DTT
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,056
(British Airways)

One-way from

$622
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,183
From South Africa to Detroit (DTT)
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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 June 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2411:15 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Sat 7/57:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/16$1,015
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/39:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops26h 37mBritish Airways
Sun 8/176:49 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/18$1,056
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/36:50 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop22h 55mKLM
Sun 8/176:35 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop20h 45mKLM
Deal found 6/18$1,068
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/246:50 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop24h 40mAir France
Sat 7/59:20 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop29h 30mAir France
Deal found 6/17$1,211
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/37:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops51h 38mSWISS
Sun 8/1711:10 amDTW - JNB
3 stops40h 10mSWISS
Deal found 6/18$1,553

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Detroit 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Detroit that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

9:15 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops26h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/17

6:49 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 36m

$1,056

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

6:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop22h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/17

6:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$1,068

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

7:35 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops51h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/17

11:10 am-9:20 am

3 stops40h 10m

$1,553

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/19

2:35 pm-2:44 pm

3 stops30h 09m

$622

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

4:35 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$670

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/19

1:00 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops38h 48m

$760

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

1:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops40h 04m

$811

Cape TownDetroit

CPT - DTW

CPTDTW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/19

8:05 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop30h 07m

$954

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

6:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,064

JohannesburgDetroit

JNB - DTW

JNBDTW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

5:55 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$1,116

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from South Africa to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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.

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 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

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 June 18, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,363 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air France
7.5
Good
1,466 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,632 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,590 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 All airports (DTT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Detroit. It is only a 0.6 mi journey from All airports (DTT) to Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Detroit one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $670. Qatar Airways flights start at $760 while deals on Delta start at $954 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Detroit?

    Most travelers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Cape Town Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Port Elizabeth - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Detroit.

  • 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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from South Africa to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 3 airlines flying from South Africa to Detroit

Discover the top 3 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 June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$949Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$960Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$1,015Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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