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$644+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — JNB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,139
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$644
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,566
From Detroit (DTT) to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/76:49 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/117:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops34h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,139
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/14$1,160
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:12 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops32h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/205:00 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,170
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:34 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops54h 46mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/209:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops40h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,196
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sun 11/238:05 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/307:05 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,198
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/317:25 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/77:05 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops32h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,245
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Turkish Airlines 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
Tue 11/117:10 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,266
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/137:46 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops38h 24mQatar Airways
Mon 10/201:55 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops32h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/17:18 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops29h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/89:15 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,323

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

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OR Tambo

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/7

6:49 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

7:35 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops34h 46m

$1,139

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/23

3:32 pm-7:35 am

2 stops33h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

10:00 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops27h 52m

$1,139

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

$1,160

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

7:34 pm-8:20 am

2 stops54h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

9:50 am-7:00 pm

2 stops40h 10m

$1,196

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/23

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

7:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,198

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/31

7:25 pm-10:50 am

2 stops33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

7:05 pm-8:09 pm

2 stops32h 04m

$1,245

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/7

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

7:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,266

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

2:33 pm-8:20 am

3 stops35h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

5:00 pm-5:18 pm

2 stops31h 18m

$1,273

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

8:50 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$644

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

$846

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and Turkish Airlines from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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 OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo?

    Located just 0.6 mi from the city center, Detroit All airports is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Detroit. Booking flights from All airports (DTT) to Johannesburg OR Tambo should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    American Airlines and Turkish Airlines can get you from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 31h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 51m. The distance from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 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 to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,096 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $1,177 and $1,553 round-trip. 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 OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to OR Tambo. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,177Average$1,727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,553Average$2,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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