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$1,090+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JNB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 (DTW) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,090
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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,765
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/259:00 pmDTW - JNB
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/45:50 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,090
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/256:00 amDTW - JNB
2 stops44h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 9/49:50 amJNB - DTW
2 stops40h 14mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,275
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 11/16:14 amDTW - JNB
2 stops51h 21mQatar Airways
Thu 11/207:50 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops34h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,396
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:20 amDTW - JNB
2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2010:00 amJNB - DTW
2 stops34h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 12/25:48 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops30h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/157:45 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops31h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,534
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/262:10 pmDTW - JNB
3 stops37h 10mSWISS
Thu 9/47:35 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops32h 47mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$1,615
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 11/15:15 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops41h 00mLufthansa
Thu 11/207:45 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,622
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 11/14:15 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops20h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/207:45 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop25h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,649
This business-class.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 business-class.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/15:32 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops30h 58mBritish Airways
Mon 12/157:45 pmJNB - DTW
2 stops28h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$5,554
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 11/282:10 pmDTW - JNB
2 stops24h 50mKLM
Thu 12/1811:55 pmJNB - DTW
1 stop23h 10mKLM
Deal found 6/10$6,873

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to OR Tambo 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

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DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/25

9:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

5:50 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$1,090

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/25

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

9:50 am-8:04 pm

2 stops40h 14m

$1,275

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/10

6:15 am-4:10 pm

2 stops51h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/17

8:25 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops56h 50m

$1,542

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/26

1:25 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

7:35 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops31h 54m

$1,570

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/26

2:10 pm-9:20 am

3 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

7:35 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops32h 47m

$1,615

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/27

11:10 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

3:05 pm-10:13 am

2 stops25h 08m

$1,810

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/19

7:31 pm-9:25 am

2 stops31h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/4

7:25 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$2,221

DetroitJohannesburg

DTW - JNB

DTWJNB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/20

4:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/29

7:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$2,240

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Deals found on 6/11

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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 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 June 12, 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 OR Tambo Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Detroit to Johannesburg have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Detroit airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,090 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, starting at $1,275 and $1,542 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 OR Tambo

Discover the top 4 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,177Average$1,856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,414Average$1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,730Average$2,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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