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$968+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Johannesburg

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DTT — JNB
Jan 29 — Feb 51
Thu 1/29
Thu 2/5
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 December 30, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:40 amDTW - JNB
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/69:25 amJNB - DTW
2 stops45h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$2,325
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:40 amDTW - JNB
2 stops35h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 1/21:45 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops37h 02mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/27$3,030
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 1/67:10 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/29$3,241
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/28:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops52h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$3,467
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Wed 12/314:15 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop22h 50mKLM
Fri 1/27:20 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/27$4,887
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:25 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/237:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$6,349
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:40 amDTW - JNB
2 stops38h 45mCathay Pacific
Fri 1/2311:00 amJNB - DTW
2 stops37h 19mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/29$7,895
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:56 pmDTW - JNB
3 stops36h 34mAir Canada
Fri 1/28:15 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops34h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 12/27$8,403

Find 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 December 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,110
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$968
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,107
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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

Wed 2/4

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/17

7:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,110

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/17

11:00 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops31h 59m

$1,153

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/25

11:00 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops31h 59m

$1,159

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/26

7:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,185

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/27

7:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,223

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/4

6:17 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 08m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/17

10:00 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops30h 16m

$1,237

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/28

11:00 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops31h 59m

$1,249

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

7:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,253

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/1

6:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,253

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/1

6:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,253

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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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,808). 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 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 December 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Turkish Airlines, and American 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
8,015 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

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
8,015 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

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
4,132 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,074 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

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 4 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 Ethiopian Air 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 ($1,091), United Airlines ($1,177), and American Airlines ($1,233) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to Johannesburg. Turkish Airlines is priced at 38% 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,808). 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 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Johannesburg

Discover the top 4 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 December 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,091Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,177Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,233Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,828Average$2,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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