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$580+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Johannesburg

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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — JNB
Dec 21 — Dec 281
Sun 12/21
Sun 12/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/85:57 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops30h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2710:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/295:22 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops34h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/117:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops30h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,360
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:32 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops52h 03mBritish Airways
Sun 12/710:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops28h 26mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,395
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:00 amDTW - JNB
3 stops38h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/2311:00 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops31h 59mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,448
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/271:40 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops34h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/110:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops30h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,485
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2912:41 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops38h 44mBritish Airways
Wed 12/1010:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops32h 21mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,489
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:00 amDTW - JNB
3 stops38h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/278:20 amJNB - DTW
3 stops46h 39mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/20$1,510
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:45 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/2310:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops28h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,535
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2812:41 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops38h 44mBritish Airways
Mon 12/110:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops32h 52mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,545
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/277:10 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,607

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 November 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,178
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$580
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,788
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

7:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,226

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/11

7:22 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/21

10:00 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops27h 47m

$1,234

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

1:05 pm-7:35 am

2 stops35h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

7:35 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops32h 33m

$1,234

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/13

8:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/12

6:00 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$1,241

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

5:57 pm-7:35 am

2 stops30h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/27

10:00 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops31h 34m

$1,260

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/27

7:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,304

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

2:30 pm-11:50 pm

3 stops40h 20m

$1,366

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

8:32 pm-7:35 am

2 stops52h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

10:00 pm-7:26 pm

2 stops28h 26m

$1,395

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/10

8:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/15

12:20 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops36h 30m

$1,411

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/23

11:00 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops31h 59m

$1,448

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Johannesburg from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg (average of $1,018). Flying from Detroit to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,533). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to Johannesburg in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Johannesburg?

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 November 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines from Detroit to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,044 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 Detroit to Johannesburg. 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 from for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 0 flights from All airports to Johannesburg per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Johannesburg?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit to Johannesburg in 31h 45m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 8474 mi between Detroit and Johannesburg. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($1,096), United Airlines ($1,177), and Delta ($1,553) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to Johannesburg. Turkish Airlines is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Johannesburg 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 Detroit to Johannesburg?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg (average of $1,018). Flying from Detroit to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,533). 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 Detroit to Johannesburg

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Johannesburg. 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 November 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,177Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,553Average$2,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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