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$629+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JNB
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,139
(oojo)

One-way from

$629
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,751
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg
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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 julio 3, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mié. 10/15:42 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops56h 38mEtihad Airways
dom. 10/129:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops40h 14mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,139
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
sáb. 11/19:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
jue. 11/207:10 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,146
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
jue. 10/165:42 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops33h 53mQatar Airways
lun. 10/277:50 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops29h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/30$1,336
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/165:25 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 8/238:25 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mié. 10/19:15 amDTW - JNB
2 stops26h 30mUnited Airlines
dom. 10/129:20 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop21h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,555
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
jue. 10/162:13 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops36h 22mLufthansa
lun. 10/277:45 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 6/30$1,566
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
vie. 9/52:10 pmDTW - JNB
3 stops37h 10mSWISS
vie. 9/127:35 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops32h 47mSWISS
Deal found 7/2$1,658
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
vie. 11/282:10 pmDTW - JNB
3 stops37h 00mAir Canada
mié. 12/108:25 pmJNB - DTW
3 stops45h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$1,773

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

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 10/1

5:42 pm-8:20 am

2 stops56h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 10/12

9:50 am-8:04 pm

2 stops40h 14m

$1,139

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 11/1

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 11/20

7:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,146

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 10/16

5:42 pm-9:35 am

2 stops33h 53m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 10/27

7:50 pm-7:01 pm

2 stops29h 11m

$1,336

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 8/16

5:25 pm-10:35 am

2 stops35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 8/23

8:25 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops31h 59m

$1,391

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 10/1

9:15 am-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 10/12

9:20 pm-12:39 pm

1 stop21h 19m

$1,555

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 10/16

2:13 pm-8:35 am

2 stops36h 22m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 10/27

7:45 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,566

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 9/5

2:10 pm-9:20 am

3 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 9/12

7:35 pm-10:22 pm

3 stops32h 47m

$1,658

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/28

2:10 pm-10:10 am

3 stops37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 12/10

8:25 pm-10:54 am

3 stops45h 29m

$1,773

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 7/25

5:30 am-10:35 am

2 stops47h 05m

$629

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 7/27

7:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops50h 40m

$813

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 DTW 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 julio 3, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 julio 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, SWISS, and Qatar Airways from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,654 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
3,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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!
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 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?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Johannesburg. 3 airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,139, Etihad Airways will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,146 and $1,336, respectively. Etihad Airways is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg are Qatar Airways ($813), Turkish Airlines ($853), and Delta ($2,278).

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,177Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,553Average$2,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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