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$1,102+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Johannesburg

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JNB
Nov 8 — Nov 151
Sat 11/8
Sat 11/15
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 October 9, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 10/229:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/287:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,102
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Sun 11/168:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/187:10 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,109
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Tue 11/48:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/117:10 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,136
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Mon 10/208:05 amDTW - JNB
2 stops42h 15mEtihad Airways
Fri 2/69:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops45h 06mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8$1,156
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Mon 10/2010:50 amDTW - JNB
2 stops39h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 2/99:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops40h 51mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8$1,183
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Wed 10/2210:50 amDTW - JNB
2 stops39h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 2/99:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops40h 51mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8$1,195
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Sat 11/19:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/207:10 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Fri 11/76:00 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops30h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/217:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops29h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,217
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Tue 10/2112:16 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops38h 04mEtihad Airways
Mon 2/99:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops40h 51mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8$1,233
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Wed 10/2210:50 amDTW - JNB
2 stops39h 30mEtihad Airways
Fri 2/69:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops40h 51mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8$1,248
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Wed 10/2210:50 amDTW - JNB
2 stops39h 30mEtihad Airways
Sun 2/89:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops45h 06mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8$1,255
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Fri 11/78:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 11/217:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,257

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Johannesburg

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 October 9, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,102
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Average price

$1,596
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Johannesburg
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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 October 9, 2025.
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

Mon 10/20

10:50 am-8:20 am

2 stops39h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

9:50 am-11:56 pm

2 stops45h 06m

$1,156

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

8:05 am-8:20 am

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

9:50 am-11:56 pm

2 stops45h 06m

$1,156

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

10:55 am-8:20 am

2 stops39h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

9:50 am-5:16 pm

2 stops38h 26m

$1,183

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

7:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,197

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/7

12:40 pm-10:25 am

2 stops38h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

10:00 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops32h 21m

$1,217

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/4

2:27 pm-7:35 am

2 stops34h 08m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

10:00 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops32h 12m

$1,217

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

3:52 pm-7:35 am

2 stops32h 43m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/10

7:35 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops33h 12m

$1,217

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

12:16 pm-8:20 am

2 stops38h 04m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

9:50 am-7:41 pm

2 stops40h 51m

$1,233

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

12:16 pm-8:20 am

2 stops38h 04m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

9:50 am-7:41 pm

2 stops40h 51m

$1,233

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/22

8:05 am-8:20 am

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

9:50 am-7:41 pm

2 stops40h 51m

$1,248

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Deals found on 10/8

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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 $1,096). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,535). 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 October 9, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 October 9, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines 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
7,968 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
7,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
8,966 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,992 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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.

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

    Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg will take you 31h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8474 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $1,096, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,177 and $1,553, respectively. Turkish Airlines is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 $1,096). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,535). 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 October 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,177Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,553Average$2,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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